CITIZENS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY EAST

Citizens Leadership Academy East is a public charter middle school that is part of the Citizens Leadership Academy East school district, located in Cleveland, OH with about 58 students. With about 5 teachers, Citizens Leadership Academy East has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 Leadership Academy East (CLA East) is a public charter school located in the Buckeye-Woodland neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. Serving students in grades K–8, the school operates under the Breakthrough Schools network, a collection of high-performing, tuition-free public charter schools in Cleveland. Its educational model is centered on the belief that rigorous academic instruction, combined with a strong emphasis on character development and community leadership, prepares students for success in high school, college, and beyond.

The school’s curriculum is designed to foster both intellectual growth and civic responsibility. Beyond core academic subjects, CLA East integrates social-emotional learning and leadership opportunities into the daily student experience, encouraging children to become active participants in their community. By maintaining a structured, supportive environment and promoting a culture of high expectations, Citizens Leadership Academy East aims to close the opportunity gap and provide students in the Cleveland area with a competitive, college-preparatory education.

For more information, contact Citizens Leadership Academy East at (216) 352-5900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.