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#2095 of 3,441 schools in OH
East Academy
Elementary School · East Academy
15720 Kipling Ave, Cleveland, OH 44110
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,095 of 3,441
In Cleveland
#30 of 152
public schools
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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East Academy
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About East Academy
East Academy is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of East Academy. East Academy serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. East Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,095 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for East Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at East Academy 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.
East 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.
Score Breakdown
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East Academy — Students at East Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.4/10.
How East Academy Compares
See how East Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
15720 Kipling Ave, Cleveland, OH 44110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Apex Academy (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Caledonia Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Cleveland Heights), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Oxford Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 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 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Collinwood High School Cleveland | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Ginn Academy Cleveland | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| East Clark Cleveland | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Apex Academy Cleveland | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Lake Erie College Preparatory School Cleveland | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Euclid Park Elementary School Cleveland | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Kenneth W Clement Cleveland | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Memorial School Cleveland | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Shaw High School East Cleveland | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cleveland | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Prospect Academy East Cleveland | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Caledonia Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Hannah Gibbons-Nottingham Elementary School Cleveland | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Mayfair Elementary School East Cleveland | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOHN NOTTINGHAM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cleveland | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| W.H. Kirk Middle School East Cleveland | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Oxford Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Monticello Middle School Cleveland Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Lakeshore Intergenerational School Cleveland | 2.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Citizens Leadership Academy East Cleveland | 1.9 mi | 1.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,973
Median Home Value
$62,600
Median Rent
$821/mo
Population
17,979
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
35.9%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
33.3%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS Wickliffe, OH | 5.8 |
| Knollwood Elementary School Sheffield Village, OH | 5.8 |
| Madison Park Elementary Trotwood, OH | 5.8 |
| Mary M Bethune Cleveland, OH | 5.8 |
| Melrose Elementary School Wooster, OH | 5.8 |
| Near West Intergenerational School Cleveland, OH | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Academy
What grades does East Academy serve?
East Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend East Academy?
East Academy has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at East Academy is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Academy rank in OH?
East Academy ranks #2,095 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is East Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
East Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 East Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is East Academy a charter school?
Yes, East Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is East Academy a Title I school?
No, East Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 250
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Phone
- (216) 383-1214
Resources & Links
District
East Academy- District Enrollment
- 250
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,034
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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