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East Preparatory Academy

Elementary School · East Preparatory Academy

4129 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103

Charter

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

24:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,612 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#53 of 152

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East Preparatory Academy

5.0/10

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

Village Preparatory School Cliffs

3.4/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

University of Cleveland Preparatory School

3.9/10

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About East Preparatory Academy

East Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of East Preparatory Academy. East Preparatory Academy serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. East Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,612 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for East Preparatory Academy show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at East Preparatory 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 Preparatory Academy runs 24:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

East Preparatory 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.18 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,990
Chronic Absenteeism53.8%

East Preparatory Academy — Students at East Preparatory Academy score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 20 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
36.4%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How East Preparatory Academy Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in OH
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.8%

Location

4129 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Campus International School (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Washington Carver (rated 5.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alfred Benesch (rated 4.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Village Preparatory School Cliffs Cleveland 0.3 mi 3.4
University of Cleveland Preparatory School Cleveland 0.6 mi 3.9
Campus International High School Cleveland 0.8 mi 5.1
Cleveland Academy for Scholarship Technology and Leadership Cleveland 0.9 mi 3.3
Invictus High School Cleveland 0.9 mi 2.9
ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Cleveland 0.9 mi 7.1
Stepstone Academy Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.0
Campus International School Cleveland 1.0 mi 6.5
George Washington Carver Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.1
Phoenix Village Academy Primary 2 dba Wings Academy 1 Cleveland 1.2 mi 4.2
Marion-Sterling Elementary School Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.3
Horizon Science Acad Cleveland Cleveland 1.3 mi 4.1
Horizon Science Academy-Cleveland Middle School Cleveland 1.2 mi 4.1
Alfred Benesch Cleveland 1.5 mi 4.6
East Technical High School Cleveland 1.7 mi 3.8
Wade Park Cleveland 1.4 mi 3.2
Promise Academy Cleveland 1.5 mi 1.9
Cleveland High School for the Digital Arts Cleveland 1.4 mi 7.1
Davis Aerospace & Maritime High School Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.5
Dike School of Arts Cleveland 1.8 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$24,219

Median Home Value

$57,600

Median Rent

$720/mo

Population

13,776

College Educated

11.7%

Homeownership

32.3%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

41.7%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Preparatory Academy

What grades does East Preparatory Academy serve?

East Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend East Preparatory Academy?

East Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Preparatory Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at East Preparatory Academy is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Preparatory Academy rank in OH?

East Preparatory Academy ranks #2,612 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is East Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

East Preparatory Academy 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 East Preparatory Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Preparatory Academy has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is East Preparatory Academy a charter school?

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

Is East Preparatory Academy a Title I school?

No, East Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.8%

District

East Preparatory Academy
District Enrollment
240
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,990
District Rank
#1 of 1

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