Academic Results
Pathway School of Discovery has a strong record of academic achievement. From state and national recognition to student growth and performance, our results reflect the high expectations and strong instruction at the heart of our school.
Pathway Receives Purple Star Award
Pathway was one of the 171 Ohio schools that received a Purple Star designation from the Ohio Department of Education. A Purple Star school shows a significant commitment to serving students and families connected to our nation’s armed forces. Congratulations, Pathway, on becoming members of the Purple Star Class of 2024 and receiving this esteemed award.
National Recognition
Ranked Among Ohio's Top Charter Schools
Pathway School of Discovery earned a top-10 spot in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Schools rankings, ranking No. 8 among Ohio charter middle schools.
"My son has improved so much academically since attending Pathway. He has made leaps and bounds in just the last few years!"
Proven Performance
A Strong Record of Academic Success
Proven Across NHA®
Students Gain More Learning
A study by Stanford University’s Center for Research on Education Outcomes (CREDO) shows students at NHA partner schools gain an average of 3.5 additional months of learning each year compared to their peers in traditional public schools, with no additional days of school. NHA was also recognized as a “gap buster” for helping students make strong academic progress across different backgrounds.