Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Broadway 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 35% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Broadway Academy's student population of 475 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
School Rankings
Broadway 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 Broadway Academy is 0.19, 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
#2321 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
90%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
1%
65%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broadway Academy's ranking?
Broadway Academy is ranked #2321 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Broadway Academy?
475 students attend Broadway Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Broadway Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broadway Academy?
Broadway Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Broadway Academy offer ?
Broadway Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Broadway Academy part of?
Broadway Academy is part of Broadway Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Broadway Academy located?
Broadway Academy is located in the North Broadway neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in North Broadway.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am so glad I took my kids out of CMSD and put them in Brodway Academy. The staff cares about my kids and they have been doing really well in school. We love this school!
1 10/10/2025
I hate this school its not how it use to be they don't have teacher for real its a school my kids won't be going back to, they allow bulling them get mad when kids call their pare ts
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