One of Akron Public Schools’ College and Career Academies, the National Inventors Hall of Fame Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Academy of Advanced Technology and Design is in downtown Akron on South Forge Street. This innovative high school is owned by and situated within the University of Akron, giving students a close-up look at life across the university’s 200-acre campus.
Known as NIHF STEM High School, this academy opened to its inaugural ninth-grade class in 2012 and now serves over 300 students in ninth through 12th grades. With a focus on “learning through a career lens,” NIHF STEM High School provides rigorous coursework concentrating on STEM, with guidance from area businesses and UA, to help students get into college while encouraging them to become outstanding citizens and leaders. These alliances also mean NIHF STEM High School students have access to industry visits, annual job fairs and internships.
In addition to core academics, students at NIHF STEM High can participate in robotics, an esports league that competes online nationwide and STEM Capstone projects to solve real-world problems. Student-athletes can choose to play field, track or court sports for their home schools.
Additionally, juniors and seniors can apply by essay and teacher recommendation for the All-Akron Student Engineering Program which offers a series of hands-on engineering workshops.
NIHF STEM High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
123 S Forge St,
Akron, OH
Akron City School District
School Details
Head of School
Dina Popa
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
95%
Niche Grade
B
B-
B
C
C
C-
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
24
Full Time Teachers
24
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
580
Verbal
570
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
23
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
321:1
Student Diversity
Male
61.4%
Female
38.6%
Black
39.2%
White
35.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
13.3%
Two or more races
9.3%
Hispanic
2.5%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
The University of Akron
122 Students
The Ohio State University
88 Students
Kent State University
86 Students
Ohio University
43 Students
Cleveland State University
33 Students
University of Cincinnati
23 Students
Bowling Green State University
22 Students
Case Western Reserve University
21 Students
Miami University
17 Students
Stark State College
14 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
19 Students
Nursing
15 Students
Computer Science
15 Students
Mechanical Engineering
15 Students
Biology
14 Students
Psychology
12 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
12 Students
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
11 Students
Criminology
9 Students
Graphic Design
8 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/2/2024
Overall, my experience at Akron STEM High School was helpful in preparing me for the collegiate level. The staff is very focused on our success, even though there is some disconnect from time to time. When it came to non-school related issues I felt unheard, and that's something I would really like to see change.
1/26/2022
It is a unique school with a small class size and a good teacher to student ratio. The teachers and student body both are kind and supportive.
1/4/2021
This school could use some improvement and more care towards their students. It is improving but slowly. Discipline could use some very huge improvement.
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List Price Range
$39K - $381K
Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$110,902
Median Lot Size
4,791 Sq Ft
% Renters
90%
Average Household Income
$30,689
% of College Grads
29.9%
Median Age
28
Average House Size
1,314 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
93.7%
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Marcy Park
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Morgan Park
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Boss Park
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NIHF STEM High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Akron, OH and is served by the Akron City School District in Ohio. The school has a total enrollment of 327 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. NIHF STEM High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.45, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $110,902. Discover additional schools in the area, like Akron Early College High School, North High School, Akron Alternative Academy, and more. Learn more about what Akron has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near NIHF STEM High School.