Menlo Park Academy is a school for children in grades K-8, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Serving 330 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Menlo Park Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menlo Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Menlo Park Academy's student population of 330 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Motto
Where Bright Minds Shine
School Rankings
Menlo Park Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Menlo Park Academy is 0.66, which is more 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
#267 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
18%
17%
White
54%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wizard
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menlo Park Academy's ranking?
Menlo Park Academy is ranked #267 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Menlo Park Academy?
330 students attend Menlo Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Menlo Park Academy students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menlo Park Academy?
Menlo Park Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Menlo Park Academy offer ?
Menlo Park Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Menlo Park Academy part of?
Menlo Park Academy is part of Menlo Park Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Menlo Park Academy located?
Menlo Park Academy is located in the Detroit Shoreway neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in Detroit Shoreway.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am actually a grandparent of a student at Menlo. I volunteer at least once a week and cannot say enough about this school. The teachers are just amazing! With so many students with so many talents and of course brains, they keep them moving and learning. My grandson was so bored at his old traditional school, but now is a happy little boy.
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