Serving 312 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%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 312 students
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy's student population of 312 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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 0.08, 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
#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
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
96%
17%
White
n/a
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
312 students attend Harvard Avenue Performance Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Harvard Avenue Performance Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
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 4 other public schools located in Corlett.
School Reviews
1 3/20/2020
HAPA''s leadership is horrible, from the supposed leadership in Columbus, to the principal. My child comes home often and tells me that kids are fighting in her class. The teachers have to deal with terrible behaviors from. their students and those kids are given no consequences. My child is upset daily because she is unable to learn. I am concerned about the behaviors and lack of support given to the teachers. The kids are removed from the class for maybe 20 minutes, and then they are sent back and disturb the class again. My child will not be returning next year, hopefully sooner than later.
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