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#1323 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 38% in state

Apex Academy

Elementary School · Apex Academy

16005 Terrace Rd, Cleveland, OH 44112

Charter

Enrollment

472

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,323 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#13 of 152

public schools

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Apex Academy

7.0/10

Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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4.0/10

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About Apex Academy

Apex Academy is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Apex Academy. Apex Academy serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Apex Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,323 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Apex Academy show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Apex Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

52% of students at Apex Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,002
Chronic Absenteeism52.1%

Apex Academy — Students at Apex Academy score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
28%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
41.5%
ELA
46.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Apex Academy Compares

See how Apex Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in OH
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.1%

Location

16005 Terrace Rd, Cleveland, OH 44112

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Apex Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Superior School for the Performing Arts (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby East Cleveland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boulevard Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cleveland Heights), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Noble Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Cleveland Heights), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Caledonia Elementary School Cleveland Heights 0.5 mi 6.1
Shaw High School East Cleveland 0.5 mi 4.0
Prospect Academy East Cleveland 0.6 mi 5.5
East Academy Cleveland 0.9 mi 5.8
Collinwood High School Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.3
Kenneth W Clement Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.3
W.H. Kirk Middle School East Cleveland 1.0 mi 4.3
Euclid Park Elementary School Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.4
Lake Erie College Preparatory School Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.8
East Clark Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.3
Mayfair Elementary School East Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.3
Monticello Middle School Cleveland Heights 1.2 mi 5.9
Ginn Academy Cleveland 1.5 mi 4.1
Oxford Elementary School Cleveland Heights 1.2 mi 5.9
CHAVIVA HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland Heights 1.7 mi 6.9
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL EAST Cleveland Heights 1.6 mi 6.9
Boulevard Elementary School Cleveland Heights 2.0 mi 7.7
Superior School for the Performing Arts East Cleveland 1.8 mi 8.1
Citizens Leadership Academy East Cleveland 1.6 mi 1.9
Noble Elementary School Cleveland Heights 1.8 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$28,957

Median Home Value

$77,200

Median Rent

$802/mo

Population

18,493

College Educated

16.9%

Homeownership

42.4%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

36.4%

Median Age

39.7

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Alliance Elementary School at Rockhill Alliance, OH 7.0
Bauer Elementary School Dayton, OH 7.0
Beaver Local Elementary School East Liverpool, OH 7.0
Brook Intermediate School Byesville, OH 7.0
Brookside Intermediate School Sheffield Village, OH 7.0
Brookwood Elementary School Hamilton, OH 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Apex Academy

What grades does Apex Academy serve?

Apex Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Apex Academy?

Apex Academy has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Apex Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Apex Academy is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Apex Academy rank in OH?

Apex Academy ranks #1,323 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Apex Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Apex Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Apex Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Apex Academy has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Apex Academy a charter school?

Yes, Apex Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Apex Academy a Title I school?

No, Apex Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.1%

District

Apex Academy
District Enrollment
472
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,002
District Rank
#1 of 1

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