Needs Improvement
#3114 of 3,441 schools in OH
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy
Elementary School · Harvard Avenue Performance Academy
12000 Harvard Ave, Cleveland, OH 44105
Enrollment
312
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
312
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,114 of 3,441
In Cleveland
#100 of 152
public schools
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Harvard Avenue Performance Academy
Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harvard Avenue Performance Academy
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Harvard Avenue Performance Academy. Harvard Avenue Performance Academy serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Harvard Avenue Performance Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,114 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Harvard Avenue Performance Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Harvard Avenue Performance 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.
64% of students at Harvard Avenue Performance Academy 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
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Harvard Avenue Performance Academy — Students at Harvard Avenue Performance Academy score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 5.2/10.
How Harvard Avenue Performance Academy Compares
See how Harvard Avenue Performance Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
12000 Harvard Ave, Cleveland, OH 44105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harvard Avenue Performance Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Brilliance School (rated 6.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Garfield Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miles School (rated 5.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert H Jamison School (rated 4.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,294
Median Home Value
$56,400
Median Rent
$888/mo
Population
33,358
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
47.5%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Primary School Bedford, OH | 3.9 |
| Firestone Park Elementary School Akron, OH | 3.9 |
| Global Ambassadors Language Academy Cleveland, OH | 3.9 |
| Highland Elementary School Columbus, OH | 3.9 |
| McKinley STEMM Academy Toledo, OH | 3.9 |
| Monroe Preparatory Academy Sandusky, OH | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harvard Avenue Performance Academy
What grades does Harvard Avenue Performance Academy serve?
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Harvard Avenue Performance Academy?
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
How does Harvard Avenue Performance Academy rank in OH?
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy ranks #3,114 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Harvard Avenue Performance Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Harvard Avenue Performance Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harvard Avenue Performance Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harvard Avenue Performance Academy a charter school?
Yes, Harvard Avenue Performance Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Harvard Avenue Performance Academy a Title I school?
No, Harvard Avenue Performance Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 312
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.1%
- Phone
- (216) 283-5100
Resources & Links
District
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy- District Enrollment
- 312
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,630
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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