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Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle

Middle School · Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle

17720 Puritas Ave, Cleveland, OH 44135

Charter

Enrollment

115

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

4.7

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,773 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#65 of 152

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Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle

4.7/10

Middle School in Cleveland · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary

4.2/10

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About Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle is a public middle school in Cleveland, OH, part of Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle. Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,773 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below OH schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 115 students, Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle 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.

43% of students at Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle 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 Progress4.2Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,648
Chronic Absenteeism42.6%

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle — Students at Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
52%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
12.6%
ELA
39.3%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle Compares

See how Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in OH
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.6%

Location

17720 Puritas Ave, Cleveland, OH 44135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. AL IHSAN SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary Cleveland 0.0 mi 4.2
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cleveland 0.3 mi 7.5
AL IHSAN SCHOOL Cleveland 0.4 mi 8.9
Valley View Elementary School Cleveland 0.5 mi 4.8
Clara E Westropp School Cleveland 0.5 mi 4.7
Douglas MacArthur Cleveland 0.7 mi 7.3
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Elementary Cleveland 1.3 mi 7.4
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Middle Cleveland 1.3 mi 3.9
Robinson G Jones Elementary School Cleveland 1.0 mi 4.8
Newton D Baker School Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.5
OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Cleveland 1.5 mi 6.8
ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Cleveland 1.7 mi 6.8
Artemus Ward Cleveland 1.6 mi 4.5
John Marshall School of Information Technology Cleveland 1.7 mi 5.8
John Marshall School of Business and Civic Leadership Cleveland 1.7 mi 5.7
John Marshall School of Engineering Cleveland 1.7 mi 5.0
Garfield Elementary School Cleveland 1.8 mi 4.0
ST ANGELA MERICI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairview Park 1.8 mi 5.4
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL WEST Rocky River 2.1 mi 6.8
Fairview High School Fairview Park 1.9 mi 5.8

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 Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle

What grades does Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle serve?

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle?

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle rank in OH?

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle ranks #2,773 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle a charter school?

Yes, Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle a Title I school?

No, Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.6%

District

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle
District Enrollment
115
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,648
District Rank
#1 of 1

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