Impact By the Numbers.
Junior Achievement is the leader in experiential learning—creating access to opportunity-filled futures through real-world, immersive experiences. Our programs go beyond theory, connecting classroom concepts to authentic applications that prepare students to thrive in work and life.
*The numbers represent the 2025-26 school year
452,908
Student Learning Hours
41,687
Students Served
82
School Districts Engaged
Experiential Learning Centers lead to high student engagement
Experiential Learning Centers include Junior Achievement BizTown and Junior Achievement Finance Park. By making learning intentional, applied, and career‑connected, JA equips students with clarity, motivation, and confidence to take ownership of their postsecondary and career pathways.
93% of teachers observe a sustained increase in their students’ engagement in the classroom.
90% of students report that a JA experiential learning experience helped them connect the relevance of education to future career opportunities.
Junior Achievement Education Solutions increases economic success and opportunity
Our approach is outcomes-driven and student-centered, helping students build skills through hands-on activities that increase engagement, agency, and a sense of belonging in school—key outcomes districts are prioritizing today.
82% of Junior Achievement Alumni who attended college say they chose high-demand degree programs because of JA.
85% of Junior Achievement Alumni report that JA helped them find more opportunities in education and work.
Junior Achievement alumni are proven to gain essential transferable skills and competencies
JA Alumni agree that JA contributed to gaining the following skills and competencies, which are directly correlated with those essential to success in the workforce.
JA has over 100 local Areas across the nation
Together, we are the nation’s largest organization dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their futures, and make smart academic and economic choices.
JA of Central Ohio is one of seven JA organizations in the state, serving these 25 counties: Union, Delaware, Licking, Muskingum, Guernsey, Belmont, Harrison, Jefferson, Franklin, Fairfield, Perry, Morgan, Noble, Monroe, Fayette, Pickaway, Hocking, Athens, Washington, Ross, Vinton, Meigs, Pike, Jackson, and Gallia.
Currently, JA of Central Ohio operates two learning centers in Franklin and Licking Counties. School districts within an hour driving radius these Learning Centers are encouraged to participate in the programs offered there.
Attitudinal Shifts
100% of students believe what they learned in JA is important in real life.
“The most impactful part of the [JA Inspire] experience was learning about jobs and internships that I can start in high school that are similar to the career I want to have!”
High School Student
Columbus JA Inspire 2025
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Financial capability IN ACTION! 47% of JA alumni say their JA experience positively impacted how they manage money 💫💸
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Junior Achievement of Central Ohio is proud to welcome its newest Board Member, Robert E. Lee III 📢💫🎉
With more than 35 years of experience across hospitality, entrepreneurship, education, and mentorship, Robert is committed to developing future leaders and creating opportunities... for others to succeed. His passion for empowering young people aligns perfectly with JA’s mission to inspire and prepare the next generation for an opportunity-filled future.
Read his full story at the link in bio!
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