Akron Alternative Academy

Akron Alternative Academy

Public High School | Grade 10-12
65 Steiner Ave,  Akron, OH
Akron City School District
3.4
5.0
141 Students
C-
Niche Grade
Students struggling with attendance, staying on track, and with unique learning styles can attend Akron Alternative Academy to earn their high school diploma outside of the traditional high school setting. The mission at AAA, located in Downtown Akron, is to provide a supportive, caring environment that assists students in overcoming barriers, earning a diploma, and preparing them for life after school. Just over 180 students in grades eleventh and twelfth attend Akron Alternative Academy. The Alternative Academy provides unique methods and techniques to promote academic success, including small-group direct instruction, individual tutoring, independent study, and computer-assisted instruction. Staff at AAA pride themselves in focused and collaborative instruction that works to build relationships, meet students where they are academically, and empower them toward reaching their goals. Greenleaf Family Services provides on-site support for pregnant and parenting students, students with mental health needs, and those who are working to maintain a drug-free lifestyle. Administrators at Akron Alternative Academy believe that no two students are alike, and neither are the ways they experience high school. Students at AAA have access to a variety of programs and supports that drive student interest and success.

School Details

Head of School
Rebecca Green-pallotta
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
7.5%
Average GPA
3.02
Graduation Rate
7.5%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C+
Teachers
C
College Prep
C
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.02
Reading Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
11
Full Time Teachers
11
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
204:1

Student Diversity

Male
62.5%
Female
37.5%
Black
62.5%
White
14.2%
Hispanic
13.3%
Two or more races
7.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.5%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
The University of Akron 9 Students
Kent State University 7 Students
Stark State College 6 Students
The Ohio State University 5 Students
Ohio University 4 Students
University of Cincinnati 3 Students
Bowling Green State University 3 Students
University of Dayton 3 Students
Ashland University 2 Students
Herzing University - Akron 2 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Pre-Medicine Studies 3 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 2 Students
Nursing Assistant 2 Students
Physics 2 Students
Cosmetology 1 Students
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management 1 Students
Athletic Training 1 Students
Cinematography and Video Production 1 Students
Developmental and Child Psychology 1 Students
Barbering 1 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 4 Reviews
4.0 NicheUser
3/7/2013
the teachers pretty much know what they are talking about.i dont really like that they only know one subject so if i need help with a subject they dont know about then i have to wait for a teacher that does know it help me.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 other
10/3/2017
Excellent! This place works well, with individualized student learning experiences.
5.0 student
3/9/2011
"I once went there and I loved it". The teachers were very helpful & i learned quicker. it's a ggood learning environment.

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