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#657 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 19% in state

Bard Early College Cleveland

High School · Cleveland Municipal

13501 Terminal Ave, Cleveland, OH 44135

Enrollment

345

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

8.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#657 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#4 of 152

public schools

In district

#2 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Bard Early College Cleveland

8.1/10

High School in Cleveland · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bard Early College Cleveland

Bard Early College Cleveland is a public high school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Bard Early College Cleveland serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bard Early College Cleveland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #657 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Bard Early College Cleveland show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).

How it compares2.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.2
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Bard Early College Cleveland sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

46% of students at Bard Early College Cleveland 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness9.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism45.8%

Bard Early College Cleveland — Students at Bard Early College Cleveland score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 21.4% (multi-year average, 2015-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
57%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Bard Early College Cleveland Compares

See how Bard Early College Cleveland performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
81th percentile in OH
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Sports
14
7 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.8%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics14sports offered
7 boys'·7 girls'·14 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

13501 Terminal Ave, Cleveland, OH 44135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bard Early College Cleveland may also want to explore other high schools in the area. The School of One (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is John Marshall School of Information Technology (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, John Marshall School of Business and Civic Leadership (rated 5.7/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Artemus Ward Cleveland 0.3 mi 4.5
John Marshall School of Information Technology Cleveland 0.7 mi 5.8
John Marshall School of Business and Civic Leadership Cleveland 0.7 mi 5.7
John Marshall School of Engineering Cleveland 0.7 mi 5.0
Garfield Elementary School Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.0
West Park Academy Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.9
Innovation Academy West Cleveland 1.0 mi 6.0
New Technology West Cleveland 1.0 mi 3.0
Global Ambassadors Language Academy Cleveland 1.3 mi 3.9
The School of One Cleveland 1.3 mi 7.3
Robinson G Jones Elementary School Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.8
Orchard Park Academy Cleveland 1.7 mi 6.7
Constellation Schools: Westside Community School of the Arts Cleveland 1.4 mi 2.7
Mary Church Terrell Cleveland 1.5 mi 4.9
Riverside School Cleveland 1.9 mi 4.9
Wilbur Wright School Cleveland 1.8 mi 4.0
Newton D Baker School Cleveland 1.7 mi 4.5
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Elementary Cleveland 1.7 mi 7.4
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Middle Cleveland 1.7 mi 3.9
Huber Heights Preparatory Academy dba Parma Academy Parma 2.1 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,930

Median Home Value

$119,100

Median Rent

$935/mo

Population

27,591

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

26.4%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bard Early College Cleveland

What grades does Bard Early College Cleveland serve?

Bard Early College Cleveland serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bard Early College Cleveland?

Bard Early College Cleveland has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bard Early College Cleveland?

The student-teacher ratio at Bard Early College Cleveland is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bard Early College Cleveland rank in OH?

Bard Early College Cleveland ranks #657 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Bard Early College Cleveland's MySchoolScout rating?

Bard Early College Cleveland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Bard Early College Cleveland?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bard Early College Cleveland has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).

Is Bard Early College Cleveland a charter school?

No, Bard Early College Cleveland is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bard Early College Cleveland a Title I school?

No, Bard Early College Cleveland is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.8%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Cleveland Municipal
District Enrollment
33,841
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,255
District Rank
#2 of 93

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