Serving 164 students in grades Kindergarten-8, University Of Cleveland Preparatory School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Of Cleveland Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
University Of Cleveland Preparatory School's student population of 164 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Of Cleveland Preparatory School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Of Cleveland Preparatory School is 0.19, 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
#2928 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
90%
17%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
6%
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 University Of Cleveland Preparatory School's ranking?
University Of Cleveland Preparatory School is ranked #2928 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend University Of Cleveland Preparatory School?
164 students attend University Of Cleveland Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of University Of Cleveland Preparatory School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Of Cleveland Preparatory School?
University Of Cleveland Preparatory School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Of Cleveland Preparatory School offer ?
University Of Cleveland Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Of Cleveland Preparatory School part of?
University Of Cleveland Preparatory School is part of University Of Cleveland Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is University Of Cleveland Preparatory School located?
University Of Cleveland Preparatory School is located in the Goodrich Kirtland Park neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Goodrich Kirtland Park.
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