Cleveland Preparatory Academy
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Performance Index Increase Over 25 Percent in One Year.

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  • Tuition-Free
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Accessible to All
  • Community Partnership
  • Safe & Caring Environment
  • Support Services
For Cleveland parents who’ve started wondering if there’s something better. Your child isn't falling behind because he or she isn't smart enough. The bar at the last school just wasn't high enough. Cleveland Preparatory Academy is a public charter school in Cleveland serving students from Kindergarten Early Education through 8th grade. Ohio rated the school 3 stars overall and flagged it as one of the top improvers in the state, with a Performance Index score that jumped more than 25 percent in a single year.
  • Ohio recognized Cleveland Prep for more than a 25% increase in Performance Index in 2024–25.
  • The school earned a 3-star overall rating on Ohio’s state report card.
  • Performance Index rose from 51.4 to 64.7 in one school year.
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It takes about 60 seconds.

Your child's teacher knows his or her name and his or her work.

When there are fewer students in the room, a teacher can see when your child is stuck, not at test time, but on a Tuesday afternoon. That’s when the help happens.

Instruction that adjusts to your child. Not the other way around.

Teachers meet every student at the level he or she is actually at. If your child is behind, he or she gets caught up. If your child is ahead, he or she gets pushed. Nobody waits for the slowest student in the room.

Progress tracked and reported. Not guessed.

The school measures how much each student grows every year. That’s not the same as measuring where they rank. Growth means your child moves forward. Every child, every year.

Your child gets noticed for trying, not just performing.

The school runs a daily recognition program. If your child shows up, does the work, and pushes through the hard part, he or she hears about it. Not just at the end of the year. Every day.
  • Performance Index 2024–25: 64.7
  • Prior Year PI: 51.4
  • Overall Stars: 3
  • State Recognition: Over 25% PI Increase

Everything you just read about? It costs nothing.

Personalized instruction — every student taught at the level they’re actually at. If your child is ahead, they get pushed. If they’re behind, they get caught up. Free breakfast and lunch every school day. Free transportation for qualifying students. No tuition, no fees, no cost to families. Cleveland Preparatory Academy is publicly funded. No family pays to attend. And the school’s bilingual community means families aren’t just enrolled — they’re part of how the school works.
“This is my child’s first year at Cleveland Prep. Since starting 4th grade, she has shown a remarkable leap in confidence and academic engagement, thanks to the supportive and challenging environment at Cleveland Preparatory Academy. Her teacher has a wonderful ability to connect with students and inspire them to reach their full potential. The principal has been an incredible asset to the school community, consistently fostering a positive environment where every student feels valued and empowered. The office manager shows genuine care for each student’s well-being. I’m so grateful for the strong sense of community at CLPA.” Amanda Quinones, parent of a 4th grader
Your child is in school right now. Today counts. Tomorrow counts. Every semester he or she spends in a school that's not moving forward is a semester that doesn't come back.

You’ve read the numbers. You know what your child needs. Here’s where you find out if this is it.

Call us at (216) 741-2991 or complete the form to learn more today!