Summary:
The East Cleveland, Ohio school district consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving a predominantly African American student population. While the district spends more per student than the state average, the schools in East Cleveland face significant challenges, with stark disparities in academic performance compared to Ohio state averages.
The standout school in the district is Superior School for the Performing Arts, an elementary school that outperforms the district and state on state assessments, with 84.2% of 3rd graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 43.9% for the district and 62.3% statewide. Another bright spot is Mayfair Elementary School, which has the lowest student-teacher ratio of 13.2 among the elementary schools, contributing to its relatively stronger academic performance.
However, the district as a whole faces significant challenges, including extremely high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 43.6% to 66.0% across the schools. Academic performance is also a major concern, with the percentage of 8th graders proficient or better in Math ranging from just 2.3% to 6.8%, compared to the state average of 46.4%. Addressing these systemic issues will be crucial for the East Cleveland City School District to provide equitable educational opportunities for its students.
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