Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy

Located at 1258 Demorest Road in Columbus, Ohio, Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy is an open, independent charter district serving a vibrant urban community within the metropolitan area. Operating a single dedicated campus, the academy offers focused public education for elementary and middle school students from Kindergarten through eighth grade. As an independent local educational agency for federal programs, the academy provides families in the region with a structured academic environment designed to bridge foundational primary learning and adolescent development within a large city setting.

The district supports a diverse student body of 397 enrolled learners, featuring a balanced gender makeup of 204 boys and 193 girls across its nine grade levels. Reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the local neighborhood, the student population is predominantly Hispanic (258 students), alongside Black (72 students), multiracial (43 students), White (15 students), and Asian students. To support academic achievement and school operations, the district maintains a robust workforce consisting of 40 full-time equivalent teachers and nearly 20 dedicated support staff members. This favorable staffing model yields an impressive student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 10 to 1, allowing for individualized instruction, close mentorship, and a well-supported classroom experience.