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Akiva Academy

www.akivaacademy.org

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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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

The Jewish Community Day School Association (SSDSA)

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1984

School Calendar

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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.: 13:1

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

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

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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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