Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Citizens Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Math Proficiency: 13%
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Citizens Leadership Academy's student population of 420 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 242% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide Cleveland area scholars with an education that empowers them to lead lives of impact and opportunity.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Citizens Leadership Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)13%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
96%
17%
White
n/a
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Citizens Leadership Academy?
420 students attend Citizens Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Citizens Leadership Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Citizens Leadership Academy?
Citizens Leadership Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Citizens Leadership Academy offer ?
Citizens Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Citizens Leadership Academy part of?
Citizens Leadership Academy is part of Citizens Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Citizens Leadership Academy located?
Citizens Leadership Academy is located in the Glenville neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Glenville.
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