Serving 221 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West Park 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
West Park Academy's student population of 221 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Park 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 West Park Academy is 0.72, 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
#2992 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
7%
Black
30%
17%
White
19%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Park Academy's ranking?
West Park Academy is ranked #2992 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Park Academy often compared to?
West Park Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Innovation Academy West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend West Park Academy?
221 students attend West Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of West Park Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Park Academy?
West Park Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Park Academy offer ?
West Park Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is West Park Academy part of?
West Park Academy is part of West Park Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is West Park Academy located?
West Park Academy is located in the Bellaire Puritas neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Bellaire Puritas.
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