Serving 73 students in grades Prekindergarten, Prospect 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prospect Academy's student population of 73 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prospect 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)
(18-19)25-29%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
96%
17%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Prospect Academy often compared to?
Prospect Academyis often viewed alongside schools like W.h. Kirk Middle School, Superior School For The Performing Arts, Caledonia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend Prospect Academy?
73 students attend Prospect Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Prospect Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prospect Academy?
Prospect Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prospect Academy offer ?
Prospect Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prospect Academy part of?
Prospect Academy is part of East Cleveland City School District.
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