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John Adams College & Career Academy

High School · Cleveland Municipal

3817 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Cleveland, OH 44105

Enrollment

450

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,851 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#26 of 152

public schools

In district

#14 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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John Adams College & Career Academy

6.2/10

High School in Cleveland · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cleveland Metro Remote School K-12

3.5/10

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3.9/10

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About John Adams College & Career Academy

John Adams College & Career Academy is a public high school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. John Adams College & Career Academy serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John Adams College & Career Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,851 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for John Adams College & Career Academy show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at John Adams College & Career 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2021
TrendStable
Academics1.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-37.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
College Readiness4.4Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate62%
AP Participation1.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255

John Adams College & Career Academy — Students at John Adams College & Career Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 2.5% (multi-year average, 2020-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 14.5% (multi-year average, 2018-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2018
ELA
12%
2019
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How John Adams College & Career Academy Compares

See how John Adams College & Career Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in OH
Academic
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Sports
14
7 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Athletics14sports offered
7 boys'·7 girls'·14 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3817 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Cleveland, OH 44105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Adams College & Career Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BENEDICTINE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southern Cleveland Drop Back Indba Innovative Career Academy (rated 5.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John F Kennedy High School (rated 5.0/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Cleveland Metro Remote School K-12 Cleveland 0.0 mi 3.5
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy Cleveland 0.5 mi 3.9
Nathan Hale School Cleveland 0.5 mi 4.3
Miles School Cleveland 0.7 mi 5.2
Charles Dickens School Cleveland 0.6 mi 3.8
Southern Cleveland Drop Back Indba Innovative Career Academy Cleveland 0.6 mi 5.4
SMART Academy Garfield Heights 1.1 mi 2.7
Miles Park School Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.3
Village Preparatory School Woodland Hills Cleveland 1.2 mi 3.7
Robert H Jamison School Cleveland 1.2 mi 4.5
Andrew J Rickoff Cleveland 1.3 mi 4.5
BENEDICTINE HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland 1.8 mi 7.8
CLEVELAND CLINIC LERNER SCHOOL FOR AUTISM Cleveland 1.9 mi 8.6
North Shore High School Garfield Heights 1.9 mi 3.2
Garfield Heights High School Garfield Heights 2.0 mi 2.9
John F Kennedy High School Cleveland 1.6 mi 5.0
Warner Girls Leadership Academy Cleveland 1.7 mi 3.1
Intergenerational School The Cleveland 2.1 mi 2.8
Harvey Rice Elementary School Cleveland 2.1 mi 3.3
Cleveland Arts and Social Sciences Academy Cleveland 2.1 mi 3.1

Neighborhood 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Adams College & Career Academy

What grades does John Adams College & Career Academy serve?

John Adams College & Career Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend John Adams College & Career Academy?

John Adams College & Career Academy has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Adams College & Career Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at John Adams College & Career Academy is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Adams College & Career Academy rank in OH?

John Adams College & Career Academy ranks #1,851 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is John Adams College & Career Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

John Adams College & Career Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 John Adams College & Career Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Adams College & Career Academy has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021).

Is John Adams College & Career Academy a charter school?

No, John Adams College & Career Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John Adams College & Career Academy a Title I school?

No, John Adams College & Career Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
4-Year Graduation
62.0%

District

Cleveland Municipal
District Enrollment
33,841
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,255
District Rank
#14 of 93

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