RHODES COLLEGE AND CAREER ACADEMY

Rhodes College and Career Academy is a Title I public secondary school that is part of the Cleveland Municipal school district, located in Cleveland, OH with about 134 students. 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 10 teachers, Rhodes College and Career Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Rhodes College and Career Academy (RCCA), located on Biddulph Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio, is a public high school within the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. The school is designed to bridge the gap between traditional secondary education and post-secondary success by integrating rigorous academic coursework with specialized career-technical training. Its curriculum is structured to prepare students not only for college enrollment but also for immediate entry into the workforce through industry-recognized certifications and hands-on professional experiences.

The academy emphasizes a personalized approach to learning, often utilizing smaller learning communities or "pathways" that allow students to explore specific fields of interest, such as technology, business, or health services. By partnering with local businesses and organizations, Rhodes provides its students with mentorships, internships, and networking opportunities that are meant to build "college and career readiness." Overall, the school serves as a hub for students in the Old Brooklyn area who are looking for a practical, skill-based education that balances standard diploma requirements with competitive vocational training.

For more information, contact Rhodes College and Career Academy at (216) 838-3050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.