West Central Learning Academy II

West Central Learning Academy II is the sole public charter high school serving grades 9-12 in Lima, Ohio, with a total enrollment of 75 students. Despite its diverse student population, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Ohio high schools, with a statewide ranking of 818 out of 864 schools in the 2023-2024 school year and a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Academically, West Central Learning Academy II faces significant challenges, with low proficiency rates on Ohio state tests across multiple subjects, such as only 13.6% of students being proficient or better in English II, 5.6% in Geometry, and 5.9% in Biology, all well below the statewide averages. The school's four-year graduation rate for the 2023-2024 school year was also low at 59.2%, and it had a high chronic absenteeism rate of 64.8%, indicating a need for substantial academic interventions and support to improve student learning outcomes.

While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10:1, which could be an advantage in providing more individualized attention to students, the overall data suggests that West Central Learning Academy II is a struggling school that faces significant challenges in academic performance, graduation rates, and student engagement. Addressing these issues should be a top priority for the school and its district to ensure that students receive a high-quality education and have the best possible opportunities for success.