Serving 667 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Citizens Academy Southeast 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 22% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Citizens Academy Southeast's student population of 667 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Citizens Academy Southeast 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 Citizens Academy Southeast is 0.06, 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
#2625 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
97%
17%
White
n/a
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citizens Academy Southeast's ranking?
Citizens Academy Southeast is ranked #2625 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Citizens Academy Southeast?
667 students attend Citizens Academy Southeast.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Citizens Academy Southeast students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Citizens Academy Southeast?
Citizens Academy Southeast has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Citizens Academy Southeast offer ?
Citizens Academy Southeast offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Citizens Academy Southeast part of?
Citizens Academy Southeast is part of Citizens Academy Southeast School District.
In what neighborhood is Citizens Academy Southeast located?
Citizens Academy Southeast is located in the Lee Miles neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Lee Miles.
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