Akiva Academy in Youngstown, OH, serves 138 co鈥揺d students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a city鈥揵ased setting within the North Heights neighborhood.
Founded in 1984, this Jewish鈥搊riented private school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 8:1 with an average class size of 16.
The school has a student body that is 58% students of color, ranking in the top 20% statewide for diversity among private schools in Ohio.
Akiva Academy operates with rolling admissions and follows a casual dress code policy.
The academy is a member of The Jewish Community Day School Association and provides education in a regular elementary and secondary program format.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Akiva Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
58%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Trivia TeamChess Program
National Elementary Honor SocietyNational Geographic Bee
School Notes
- We accept students of all religions.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Akiva Academy?
The application deadline for Akiva Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Akiva Academy located?
Akiva Academy is located in the North Heights neighborhood of Youngstown, OH.
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