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Innovation Academy West

Elementary School · Innovation Academy West

13111 Crossburn Ave, Cleveland, OH 44135

Charter

Enrollment

127

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,965 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#28 of 152

public schools

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Innovation Academy West

6.0/10

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

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4.9/10

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About Innovation Academy West

Innovation Academy West is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Innovation Academy West. Innovation Academy West serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Innovation Academy West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,965 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Innovation Academy West show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below OH schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 127 students, Innovation Academy West 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.

Test scores at Innovation Academy West 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.

Innovation Academy West 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 Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,632
Chronic Absenteeism48.8%

Innovation Academy West — Students at Innovation Academy West score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.5% (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
44%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
26.9%
ELA
34.5%

* 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 Innovation Academy West Compares

See how Innovation Academy West performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in OH
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

Location

13111 Crossburn Ave, Cleveland, OH 44135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Innovation Academy West may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL IHSAN SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Parma), which scores notably higher. Another option is Huber Heights Preparatory Academy dba Parma Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Parma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brooklyn School (rated 5.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
West Park Academy Cleveland 0.2 mi 4.9
Bard Early College Cleveland Cleveland 1.0 mi 8.1
Artemus Ward Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.5
Huber Heights Preparatory Academy dba Parma Academy Parma 1.2 mi 7.1
Robinson G Jones Elementary School Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.8
Summit Academy Community School-Parma Parma 1.6 mi 5.9
John Marshall School of Information Technology Cleveland 1.6 mi 5.8
John Marshall School of Business and Civic Leadership Cleveland 1.6 mi 5.7
John Marshall School of Engineering Cleveland 1.6 mi 5.0
New Technology West Cleveland 1.7 mi 3.0
AL IHSAN SCHOOL Parma 1.8 mi 8.3
Garfield Elementary School Cleveland 1.8 mi 4.0
Greenbriar Middle School Parma 2.0 mi 6.2
Brooklyn High School Brooklyn 1.7 mi 5.3
Brooklyn School Brooklyn 1.7 mi 5.1
The School of One Cleveland 2.2 mi 7.3
Constellation Schools: Westside Community School of the Arts Cleveland 2.1 mi 2.7
Global Ambassadors Language Academy Cleveland 2.3 mi 3.9
Mary Church Terrell Cleveland 2.2 mi 4.9
Valley View Elementary School Cleveland 2.2 mi 4.8

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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Zenith Academy West Columbus, OH 6.0
BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cincinnati, OH 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Innovation Academy West

What grades does Innovation Academy West serve?

Innovation Academy West serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Innovation Academy West?

Innovation Academy West has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Innovation Academy West?

The student-teacher ratio at Innovation Academy West is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Innovation Academy West rank in OH?

Innovation Academy West ranks #1,965 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Innovation Academy West's MySchoolScout rating?

Innovation Academy West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Innovation Academy West?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Innovation Academy West has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Innovation Academy West a charter school?

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

Is Innovation Academy West a Title I school?

No, Innovation Academy West is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

District

Innovation Academy West
District Enrollment
127
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,632
District Rank
#1 of 1

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