For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 196 students in 44301, OH.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 44301, OH are Akron Career Tech High School and Main Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 44301 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Ohio public charter school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 37% statewide average). Charter schools in 44301, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 44301, OH Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Akron Career Tech High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1115 S Main St
Akron, OH 44301
(234) 888-6050
Akron, OH 44301
(234) 888-6050
Gr: 9-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Main Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1035 Clay St
Akron, OH 44301
(234) 738-1925
Akron, OH 44301
(234) 738-1925
Gr: K-7 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 44301, OH?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 44301, OH include Akron Career Tech High School and Main Preparatory Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 44301?
2 public charter schools are located in 44301.
What is the racial composition of students in 44301?
44301 public charter schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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