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Cleveland Heights High School

High School · Cleveland Heights-University Heights City

13263 Cedar Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

Enrollment

1,636

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,621 of 3,441

In Cleveland Heights

#10 of 11

public schools

In district

#10 of 11

Cleveland Heights-University Heights City

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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About Cleveland Heights High School

Cleveland Heights High School is a public high school in Cleveland Heights, OH, part of Cleveland Heights-University Heights City. Cleveland Heights High School serves approximately 1,636 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cleveland Heights High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,621 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Cleveland Heights High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

61% of students at Cleveland Heights High School 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 Progress1.9Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation21.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,221
Chronic Absenteeism60.8%

Cleveland Heights High School — Students at Cleveland Heights High School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 46.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
46%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Cleveland Heights High School Compares

See how Cleveland Heights High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in OH
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.3
Sports
24
12 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
107 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
21.3% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
12 boys'·12 girls'·40 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

13263 Cedar Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cleveland Heights High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHAVIVA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL EAST (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shaker Hts High School (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Shaker Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland Heights, see our Cleveland Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Tiger Virtual Academy Cleveland Heights 0.4 mi 4.0
Fairfax Elementary School Cleveland Heights 0.7 mi 8.8
Boulevard Elementary School Cleveland Heights 0.7 mi 7.7
CHAVIVA HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland Heights 1.0 mi 6.9
COMMUNION OF SAINTS SCHOOL Cleveland Heights 0.8 mi 6.6
RUFFING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cleveland Heights 1.1 mi 9.0
Canterbury Elementary School Cleveland Heights 1.0 mi 8.9
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL EAST Cleveland Heights 1.4 mi 6.9
Boulevard Elementary School Shaker Heights 1.6 mi 7.8
Roxboro Elementary School Cleveland Heights 1.5 mi 7.4
Woodbury Elementary School Shaker Heights 1.8 mi 7.5
Roxboro Middle School Cleveland Heights 1.5 mi 5.9
Onaway Elementary School Shaker Heights 1.9 mi 8.4
Shaker Hts High School Shaker Heights 2.0 mi 6.9
HATHAWAY BROWN SCHOOL Shaker Heights 1.8 mi 8.6
W.H. Kirk Middle School East Cleveland 2.0 mi 4.3
YESHIVA DERECH HATORAH Cleveland Heights 1.8 mi 3.9
Noble Elementary School Cleveland Heights 1.9 mi 7.1
Fernway Elementary School Shaker Heights 2.2 mi 8.8
Superior School for the Performing Arts East Cleveland 1.9 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,328

Median Home Value

$205,600

Median Rent

$1,195/mo

Population

40,389

College Educated

61.2%

Homeownership

61.2%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cleveland Heights High School

What grades does Cleveland Heights High School serve?

Cleveland Heights High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Cleveland Heights High School?

Cleveland Heights High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,636 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Heights High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Heights High School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cleveland Heights High School rank in OH?

Cleveland Heights High School ranks #2,621 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Cleveland Heights High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cleveland Heights High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Cleveland Heights High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cleveland Heights High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Cleveland Heights High School a charter school?

No, Cleveland Heights High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cleveland Heights High School a Title I school?

No, Cleveland Heights High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,636
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
107
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.8%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

Cleveland Heights-University Heights City
District Enrollment
4,916
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,221
District Rank
#10 of 11

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