CITIZENS ACADEMY SOUTHEAST

Citizens Academy Southeast is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Citizens Academy Southeast school district, located in Cleveland, OH with about 347 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, Citizens Academy Southeast has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Citizens Academy Southeast, located on Harvard Avenue in Cleveland, is a public charter school that operates under the Breakthrough Public Schools network. Serving students in the elementary grades, the school is built upon a foundation of academic rigor and character development. It emphasizes a structured, high-expectations environment designed to prepare students for success in middle school, high school, and beyond, with a particular focus on closing the achievement gap for students in the Cleveland area.

The school’s philosophy centers on the "Citizens" model, which integrates character education with traditional core academics. By fostering a culture of community and responsibility, the school aims to develop well-rounded students who are not only academically proficient but also prepared to be engaged citizens. With its affiliation with the broader Breakthrough network, Citizens Academy Southeast benefits from shared resources, professional development, and a proven educational framework that prioritizes data-driven instruction and individualized student support.

For more information, contact Citizens Academy Southeast at (877) 644-6338 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.