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#1712 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 50% in state
The Brilliance School
Elementary School · The Brilliance School
10608 Penfield Ave, Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,712 of 3,441
In Garfield Heights
#1 of 8
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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The Brilliance School
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About The Brilliance School
The Brilliance School is a public elementary school in Garfield Heights, OH, part of The Brilliance School. The Brilliance School serves approximately 219 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Brilliance School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,712 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for The Brilliance School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at The Brilliance School 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.
The Brilliance 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.
89% of students at The Brilliance 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
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The Brilliance School — Students at The Brilliance School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How The Brilliance School Compares
See how The Brilliance School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10608 Penfield Ave, Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Brilliance School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cuyahoga Hts Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Cuyahoga Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Maple Heights), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garfield Heights, see our Garfield Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Elementary School Garfield Heights | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Garfield Heights High School Garfield Heights | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Garfield Heights | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Garfield Heights Middle School Garfield Heights | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| North Shore High School Garfield Heights | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Maple Leaf Elementary School Garfield Heights | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| William Foster Elementary School Garfield Heights | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Warner Girls Leadership Academy Cleveland | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Garfield Heights | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Miles School Cleveland | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| SMART Academy Garfield Heights | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Miles Park School Cleveland | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Harvard Avenue Performance Academy Cleveland | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Cuyahoga Hts Middle School Cuyahoga Heights | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Cuyahoga Hts Elementary School Cuyahoga Heights | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Cuyahoga Hts High School Cuyahoga Heights | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Hope Academy Northcoast Cleveland | 2.2 mi | 2.3 |
| John Adams College & Career Academy Cleveland | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Cleveland Metro Remote School K-12 Cleveland | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Maple Heights | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,524
Median Home Value
$107,400
Median Rent
$1,103/mo
Population
29,366
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Crestline Elementary School Crestline, OH | 6.4 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Parma, OH | 6.4 |
| Harry Russell Elementary School West Carrollton, OH | 6.4 |
| LIAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Whitehouse, OH | 6.4 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Cincinnati, OH | 6.4 |
| Powhatan Elementary School Powhatan Point, OH | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Brilliance School
What grades does The Brilliance School serve?
The Brilliance School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Brilliance School?
The Brilliance School has an enrollment of approximately 219 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Brilliance School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Brilliance School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Brilliance School rank in OH?
The Brilliance School ranks #1,712 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is The Brilliance School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Brilliance School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 The Brilliance School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Brilliance School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is The Brilliance School a charter school?
Yes, The Brilliance School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is The Brilliance School a Title I school?
No, The Brilliance School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 219
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 89.0%
- Phone
- (216) 710-6621
Resources & Links
District
The Brilliance School- District Enrollment
- 219
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,556
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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