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Lake Erie College Preparatory School

Elementary School · Lake Erie College Preparatory School

14405 Saint Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH 44110

Charter

Enrollment

254

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,148 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#104 of 152

public schools

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Lake Erie College Preparatory School

3.8/10

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

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5.3/10

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About Lake Erie College Preparatory School

Lake Erie College Preparatory School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Lake Erie College Preparatory School. Lake Erie College Preparatory School serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Erie College Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,148 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Erie College Preparatory School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares2.9 pts below OH schools
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Lake Erie College Preparatory School 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.

83% of students at Lake Erie College Preparatory School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-3.17 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,656
Chronic Absenteeism83.1%

Lake Erie College Preparatory School — Students at Lake Erie College Preparatory School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.9% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.1% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
36.2%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Lake Erie College Preparatory School Compares

See how Lake Erie College Preparatory School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
9th percentile in OH
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
83.1%

Location

14405 Saint Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH 44110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Erie College Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Superior School for the Performing Arts (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby East Cleveland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Apex Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Caledonia Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Cleveland Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
East Clark Cleveland 0.3 mi 5.3
Kenneth W Clement Cleveland 0.4 mi 4.3
Collinwood High School Cleveland 0.4 mi 4.3
East Academy Cleveland 0.7 mi 5.8
Shaw High School East Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.0
Prospect Academy East Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.5
Apex Academy Cleveland 1.1 mi 7.0
Ginn Academy Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.1
Mayfair Elementary School East Cleveland 1.3 mi 5.3
Memorial School Cleveland 1.3 mi 5.7
Citizens Leadership Academy East Cleveland 1.3 mi 1.9
ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cleveland 1.5 mi 4.7
W.H. Kirk Middle School East Cleveland 1.6 mi 4.3
Caledonia Elementary School Cleveland Heights 1.5 mi 6.1
Euclid Park Elementary School Cleveland 1.5 mi 5.4
Stephanie Tubbs Jones Cleveland 1.7 mi 4.8
Glenville High School Cleveland 1.6 mi 3.6
SS AGATHA - ALOYSIUS SCHOOL Cleveland 1.7 mi 4.4
Superior School for the Performing Arts East Cleveland 2.2 mi 8.1
Franklin D. Roosevelt Cleveland 1.9 mi 3.6

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

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Walbridge Elementary School Toledo, OH 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Erie College Preparatory School

What grades does Lake Erie College Preparatory School serve?

Lake Erie College Preparatory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Lake Erie College Preparatory School?

Lake Erie College Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Erie College Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Erie College Preparatory School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Erie College Preparatory School rank in OH?

Lake Erie College Preparatory School ranks #3,148 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Lake Erie College Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Erie College Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Lake Erie College Preparatory School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Erie College Preparatory School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Lake Erie College Preparatory School a charter school?

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

Is Lake Erie College Preparatory School a Title I school?

No, Lake Erie College Preparatory School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
83.1%

District

Lake Erie College Preparatory School
District Enrollment
254
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,656
District Rank
#1 of 1

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