Akiva Academy

Akiva Academy serves 138 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the Jewish Community Day School Association (SSDSA).
The student:teacher of Akiva Academy is 8:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Jewish.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 138 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Akiva Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

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
Akiva Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 138 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Ohio is $9,351 for elementary schools and $13,424 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Ohio is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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