John Hay High School — also known as the John Hay Campus — is a public high school located in Cleveland, Ohio. John Hay is part of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, with grade levels including 9th through 12th.
Serving 262 students in grades 9-12, Cleveland Early College High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher 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 (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cleveland Early College High School's student population of 262 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1929
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Cleveland Early College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland Early College High School is 0.17, 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
#996 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
91%
17%
White
1%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cleveland Municipal School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland Early College High School's ranking?
Cleveland Early College High School is ranked #996 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Cleveland Early College High School often compared to?
Cleveland Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfield High School, Cleveland School Of Architecture & Design by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cleveland Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Cleveland Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cleveland Early College High School?
262 students attend Cleveland Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cleveland Early College High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland Early College High School?
Cleveland Early College High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cleveland Early College High School offer ?
Cleveland Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleveland Early College High School part of?
Cleveland Early College High School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Cleveland Early College High School located?
Cleveland Early College High School is located in the University Circle neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in University Circle.
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