Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts

1440 Lakeside Ave E
Cleveland, OH 44114
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 311 students in grades 9-12, Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 311 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts's student population of 311 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

School Rankings

Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts 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 High School For The Digital Arts is 0.44, 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.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2685 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
11-19%
54%
35-39%
60%
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
73%
17%
White
9%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.44
90-94%
86%
(22-23)
76.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts's ranking?
Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts is ranked #2685 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts?
The graduation rate of Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts?
311 students attend Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts?
Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts offer ?
Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts part of?
Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts located?
Cleveland High School For The Digital Arts is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
I learned a lot that has helped me. I should have paid more attention honestly. They never give up on you for real.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - graduate

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 311 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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