Cleveland District-Level Rating

The Ohio Department of Education evaluates schools using a star system, ranging from 1 to 5 stars. A 3-star rating indicates a school meets state standards, and Ohio looks at 5 key areas to rate schools. Here are the ratings for Cleveland:

Achievement

4

Exceeds Standards

Measures how well students perform on their standardized tests.
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Progress

4

Exceeds Standards

Measures if students are learning more over the school year than expected.

Gap Closing

4

Exceeds Standards

Measures if all students, no matter their background or challenges, are catching up in their learning.

Early Literacy

4

Exceeds Standards

Measures how well younger kids are learning to read in their first years of school.
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Graduation

3

Meets Standards

Measures how many students graduate from high school on time.
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School Choice in Cleveland

In Ohio, parents have a variety of school choices for their children, including public district schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online learning, homeschooling, and micro schools. Each option offers different benefits, such as tuition-free education, specialized learning tracks, or flexible schedules to cater to individual learning needs and preferences. This diversity allows families to select the educational environment that best suits their child's growth and learning style.

Public District Schools

District schools are tuition-free, open to all students, and funded by taxpayers, covering 80% of K-12 students in Ohio.

Public Charter Schools

Charter schools are tuition-free, open to all students, and funded by taxpayers, but have more flexibility in the curriculum and learning methods.

Public Magnet Schools

Magnet schools specialize on subject matter such as STEM or the arts. Magnet schools cater to students' with very specific interests.

Private Schools

Private schools offer diverse educational approaches, often including faith-based curriculum. Families in Ohio may receive vouchers to help pay for tuition.  

Online Learning

Online schools provide a virtual or hybrid curriculum allowing for more flexibility and personalized learning experiences.

Homeschooling

Homeschooling allows for a customizable education, supported by specific state requirements and resources.

Micro Schools

Micro Schools are small, community-focused learning environments offer a blend of homeschooling and private schooling advantages.

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