Serving 227 students in grades 9-12, Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design 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% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design's student population of 227 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
WORK HARD. BE KIND.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design 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 Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design is 0.17, 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
#2120 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
91%
17%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design's ranking?
Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design is ranked #2120 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design often compared to?
Cleveland School Of Architecture & Designis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Science Academy Cleveland, Cleveland Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design?
The graduation rate of Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design?
227 students attend Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design?
Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design offer ?
Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design part of?
Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design located?
Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design is located in the University Circle neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in University Circle.
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