SHAW HIGH SCHOOL

Shaw High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the East Cleveland City School District school district, located in East Cleveland, OH with about 813 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 50 teachers, Shaw High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Shaw High School, located in East Cleveland, Ohio, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the East Cleveland City School District. Situated on Euclid Avenue, the school acts as a central hub for the local community, catering to a student population that reflects the unique socioeconomic landscape of the inner-ring suburb. The school is focused on providing core academic instruction while navigating the challenges often associated with urban school districts, striving to prepare students for post-secondary success through graduation requirements and state-mandated curriculum.

In recent years, the district and the school have undergone various initiatives aimed at improving academic performance and infrastructure. Like many schools in the region, Shaw High School places an emphasis on fostering a supportive environment for its student body, often integrating extracurricular activities, athletics, and community outreach to encourage student engagement. As the only public high school in the East Cleveland district, it plays a pivotal role in the educational development of the area's youth, working toward achieving the district's long-term goals for student achievement and institutional stability.

For more information, contact Shaw High School at (216) 268-6500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.