Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Harvard Avenue Performance 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 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harvard Avenue Performance Academy is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2629 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
97%
17%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvard Avenue Performance Academy's ranking?
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy is ranked #2629 out of 3,181 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Harvard Avenue Performance Academy?
370 students attend Harvard Avenue Performance Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Harvard Avenue Performance Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvard Avenue Performance Academy?
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harvard Avenue Performance Academy offer ?
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harvard Avenue Performance Academy part of?
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy is part of Harvard Avenue Performance Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Harvard Avenue Performance Academy located?
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy is located in the Corlett neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Corlett.
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