Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Menlo Park Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menlo Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Menlo Park Academy's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Menlo Park Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Menlo Park Academy is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
11%
17%
White
57%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menlo Park Academy's ranking?
Menlo Park Academy is ranked #160 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Menlo Park Academy?
518 students attend Menlo Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Menlo Park Academy students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Menlo Park Academy?
Menlo Park Academy has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Menlo Park Academy offer ?
Menlo Park Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Menlo Park Academy part of?
Menlo Park Academy is part of Menlo Park Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Menlo Park Academy located?
Menlo Park Academy is located in the Detroit Shoreway neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in Detroit Shoreway.
School Reviews
5 7/29/2020
I am actually a grandparent of a student at Menlo. I volunteer at least once a week and cannot say enough about this school. The teachers are just amazing! With so many students with so many talents and of course brains, they keep them moving and learning. My grandson was so bored at his old traditional school, but now is a happy little boy.
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