Serving 131 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Innovation Academy West 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Innovation Academy West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Innovation Academy West's student population of 131 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Innovation Academy West 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 Innovation Academy West is 0.72, 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
#2679 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
31%
8%
Black
39%
17%
White
15%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
- Innovation Academy West is a high-performing, tuition-free, K-8 community-based school. Our teachers provide a collaborative, nurturing, and high-performing environment. The focal point at Innovation Academy West is STEAM-based education, which involves Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math learning experiences. The program lets students experience an abundance of hands-on materials, creative ways of problem-solving and exposes them to real-life career opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Innovation Academy West's ranking?
Innovation Academy West is ranked #2679 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Innovation Academy West often compared to?
Innovation Academy Westis often viewed alongside schools like West Park Bilingual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Innovation Academy West?
131 students attend Innovation Academy West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Innovation Academy West students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Innovation Academy West?
Innovation Academy West has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Innovation Academy West offer ?
Innovation Academy West offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Innovation Academy West part of?
Innovation Academy West is part of Innovation Academy West School District.
In what neighborhood is Innovation Academy West located?
Innovation Academy West is located in the Bellaire Puritas neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Bellaire Puritas.
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