South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield

Columbus, Ohio — 1 schools

277
Total Enrollment
1
Schools
$10,191
Per-Pupil Spending
Elementary
School Types

District-Level NCES Analysis

South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield operates 1 public schools serving 277 students, placing it among the smaller districts in Ohio. The school portfolio breaks down into 1 elementary schools, giving families a clear picture of grade-band coverage before they move, rent, or enrol. Aggregated across those campuses, enrollment totals 249 pupils using the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2022-23 release, and the district is geographically located in Franklin County County.

Per-pupil expenditure runs $10,191 according to the NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey, which aggregates every revenue and spending line reported under federal accounting standards. The funding mix is 2.3% local, 70.2% state, and 27.5% federal — a breakdown that matters because districts leaning heavily on local revenue are more exposed to property-tax swings, while higher federal shares typically track Title I concentration. The district's equity score — 30/100, ranked #672 of 822 in Ohio against a state average of 46 — measures how evenly funding reaches schools within its boundaries.

and 97.2% chronic absenteeism from the 2021-22 Civil Rights Data Collection. Demographically, the student body averages 59.8% African American, 12.0% White, 11.6% Hispanic or Latino across the district's schools.

South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield accounts for 100.0% of all South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield student enrollment

That concentration — well above the 8.4% national median for largest-entity share — means South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield-wide averages can mask substantial variation outside the dominant entity. Grade band: elementary. A single dominant campus often anchors a district's program offerings and staffing patterns; the share helps explain why district-wide averages may not reflect the typical neighbourhood-school experience. When one entity dominates a region's footprint, its programmatic and budget decisions effectively set policy for a majority of the affected population.

Source: NCES Common Core of Data NCES Common Core of Data

South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield chronic absenteeism rate is 97.2% — high (typically associated with higher-than-average disruption; recent CRDC data showed elevated rates persisting after pandemic-era schooling changes)

chronic absenteeism rate is the simplest comparative metric but it does not capture the full picture: a student is chronically absent if they miss ≥10% of enrolled days for any reason — illness, family obligations, or disengagement Higher values may reflect larger urban scale or recent resource constraints that have widened the gap.

Source: NCES Civil Rights Data Collection 2021-22 NCES Civil Rights Data Collection 2021-22

Where does the funding come from?

27.5%
Federal
70.2%
State
2.3%
Local

Funding Equity

30
Equity Score
672 / 822
State Rank
46
State Average

This district scores below average on funding equity. High reliance on local revenue or lower spending may contribute.

Local Rent Costs

Fair Market Rents in Franklin County county, where this district is located.

$1,111
Studio/mo
$1,194
1 BR/mo
$1,430
2 BR/mo
$1,715
3 BR/mo
$1,927
4 BR/mo

Student Demographics

Average demographic composition across 1 schools in South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield.

White 12.0%
Hispanic or Latino 11.6%
African American 59.8%
Asian 2.0%
Multiracial 13.3%
Other 1.2%

Source: NCES CCD School Membership 2024-25.

Programs & Resources

97.2%
Chronically Absent

Source: NCES Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22.

Schools in South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield

School Enrollment
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield
Charter
249

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield?

South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield has 1 schools, including 1 elementary. Total enrollment is 277 students.

How much does South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield spend per student?

South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield spends $10,191 per student. The district has an equity score of 30/100, ranking #672 in Ohio.

What is the average rent near South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield?

The HUD Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Franklin County County is $N/A/month (2026). This affects housing affordability for families in the district.

What is the demographic composition of South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield?

South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield students are 59.8% African American, 12.0% White, 11.6% Hispanic or Latino, 2.0% Asian, averaged across 1 schools. Source: NCES CCD Membership 2024-25.

What is the equity score for South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield?

South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield has an equity score of 30/100, ranking #672 out of 822 districts in Ohio. This score measures resource distribution fairness across schools in the district.

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