Serving 180 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bella Academy Of Excellence 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bella Academy Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Bella Academy Of Excellence's student population of 180 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Bella Academy Of Excellence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bella Academy Of Excellence is 0.19, 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
#2709 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
90%
17%
White
3%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
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 Bella Academy Of Excellence's ranking?
Bella Academy Of Excellence is ranked #2709 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bella Academy Of Excellence often compared to?
Bella Academy Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Arbor Elementary School, Hannah Gibbons-nottingham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bella Academy Of Excellence?
180 students attend Bella Academy Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bella Academy Of Excellence students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bella Academy Of Excellence?
Bella Academy Of Excellence has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bella Academy Of Excellence offer ?
Bella Academy Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bella Academy Of Excellence part of?
Bella Academy Of Excellence is part of Bella Academy Of Excellence School District.
In what neighborhood is Bella Academy Of Excellence located?
Bella Academy Of Excellence is located in the North Collinwood neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in North Collinwood.
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