Serving 85 students in grades 9-12, Promise 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 <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Promise Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Promise Academy's student population of 85 students has declined by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Promise Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Promise Academy is 0.10, 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
#2052 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
95%
17%
White
4%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Promise Academy's ranking?
Promise Academy is ranked #2052 out of 3,241 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Promise Academy?
The graduation rate of Promise Academy is 10%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Promise Academy?
85 students attend Promise Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Promise Academy students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Promise Academy?
Promise Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Promise Academy offer ?
Promise Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Promise Academy part of?
Promise Academy is part of Promise Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Promise Academy located?
Promise Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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