Serving 379 students in grades 9-12, Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine's student population of 379 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine is 0.38, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1214 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
78%
17%
White
9%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
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 is Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine's ranking?
Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine is ranked #1214 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine?
The graduation rate of Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine?
379 students attend Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine?
Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine offer ?
Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine part of?
Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine located?
Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine is located in the University Circle neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in University Circle.
School Reviews
Review Cleveland School Of Science & Medicine. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles

Parents’ Guide to Special Education
Special education law is not easy to decipher, with several regulations that govern special education services for disabled students. In this article, learn about the core components of the laws, rights, and individual education plans that can help create the best public school environment for your child.

Surveillance Cameras: Violation of Rights or Improved Security?
A school district in Virginia has given the green light to schools that want to install surveillance cameras in common areas like cafeterias and hallways. We’ll look at whether this is a violation of student privacy or the best way to keep order in schools.

Teachers in 19 States Allowed to Physically Punish Students
As of 2014, nineteen states still allow corporal punishment – spanking and paddling the most common choices – in their public schools. However, some argue that not only are these punishments physically harmful, they also are disproportionately administered to students of color. As a result, House democrats have taken up the issue in a new bill that would ban all forms of corporal punishment nationwide.