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#1646 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 48% in state

Lincoln Park Academy

Elementary School · Lincoln Park Academy

3185 W 41st St, Cleveland, OH 44109

Charter

Enrollment

287

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,646 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#16 of 152

public schools

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Lincoln Park Academy

6.5/10

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

Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy

5.7/10

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2.9/10

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About Lincoln Park Academy

Lincoln Park Academy is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Lincoln Park Academy. Lincoln Park Academy serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln Park Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,646 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Lincoln Park Academy show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Lincoln Park 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.

Lincoln Park 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.

85% of students at Lincoln Park 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-0.33 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,964
Chronic Absenteeism85.4%

Lincoln Park Academy — Students at Lincoln Park Academy score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 20.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.2% (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
27%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
11.5%
ELA
32.6%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Lincoln Park Academy Compares

See how Lincoln Park Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in OH
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
85.4%

Location

3185 W 41st St, Cleveland, OH 44109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln Park Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Menlo Park Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROCCO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paul L Dunbar Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy Cleveland 0.2 mi 5.7
West Cleveland Drop Back In dba Frederick Douglass High Scho Cleveland 0.3 mi 2.9
THE BRIDGE AVENUE SCHOOL Cleveland 0.4 mi
ST ROCCO SCHOOL Cleveland 0.3 mi 8.2
Walton School Cleveland 0.5 mi 3.1
Menlo Park Academy Cleveland 0.6 mi 8.3
Orchard School Cleveland 0.7 mi 3.4
Lincoln West School Of Global Studies Cleveland 0.5 mi 5.4
Lincoln West School of Science & Health Cleveland 0.5 mi 6.2
URBAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Cleveland 0.8 mi 6.9
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School Cleveland 1.1 mi 7.7
METRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cleveland 1.0 mi 7.0
Max S Hayes High School Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.2
ST IGNATIUS HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.0
Joseph M Gallagher School Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.5
Denison Cleveland 1.2 mi 4.6
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Elementary Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.5
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Middle Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.3
Near West Intergenerational School Cleveland 1.3 mi 5.8
Scranton School Cleveland 1.0 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,130

Median Home Value

$112,700

Median Rent

$861/mo

Population

38,098

College Educated

16.5%

Homeownership

48.3%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

36.3

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Garfield Elementary School Lorain, OH 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln Park Academy

What grades does Lincoln Park Academy serve?

Lincoln Park Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Lincoln Park Academy?

Lincoln Park Academy has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Park Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Park Academy is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lincoln Park Academy rank in OH?

Lincoln Park Academy ranks #1,646 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Lincoln Park Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln Park Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Lincoln Park Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lincoln Park Academy has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is Lincoln Park Academy a charter school?

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

Is Lincoln Park Academy a Title I school?

No, Lincoln Park Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
85.4%

District

Lincoln Park Academy
District Enrollment
287
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,964
District Rank
#1 of 1

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