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Education in Cleveland

Education Resources in Cleveland

The City of Cleveland is committed to ensuring that families have access to high-quality education resources and school options. Whether you’re looking for school ratings, enrollment guidance, or information on school transformation efforts, these tools can help you navigate Cleveland’s educational landscape.
 

Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD)

Serving over 36,000 students, CMSD offers a variety of school models, including STEM, single-gender, IB, Montessori, and Early College programs. CMSD Homepage

Find the Right School for Your Child

Explore the School Quality Guide, a comprehensive resource with facts and insights to help families make informed decisions. Want a printed version? Fill out the request form to receive a copy. School Quality Guide - My Cleveland Schools

CMSD & Charter School Collaboration

CMSD operates as a portfolio school district, giving families the flexibility to choose the best educational path for their children, whether in a neighborhood public school or a high-quality charter school. CMSD & Charter School Collaboration

Building Brighter Futures

The Cleveland Board of Education adopted the Building Brighter Futures (BBF) recommendations on December 9, 2025.

Building Brighter Futures is a strategic and data-driven plan shaped by months of community engagement, information analysis, and thoughtful deliberation. The goal of this plan is to strengthen enrollment and ensure scholars attend a newer school building that offers more educational opportunities, including algebra in the eighth grade, more sports and extracurricular activities, and college credits and college and career pathways in high school. BBF is ensuring academic excellence so every CMSD scholar can thrive. Building Brighter Futures - Cleveland Metropolitan School District

What happens now?

Current K–7 and 9–11 scholars at transitioning schools have a reserved seat at their paired welcoming school, but families must confirm this seat in the School Choice Portal from January 5 to February 27, 2026. Families exploring other options should know that students transitioning or moving to a new school receive first priority—based on availability—at all eligible schools if they submit a School Choice application during this same window. All current 8th graders across CMSD will continue to receive support in making their high school choice through the School Choice process.

Next Steps, Resources, and Frequently Asked Questions

BBF timeline

CMSD Choice Portal opens January 5

The Brighter Futures School Choice Portal makes it easy for families to select the CMSD school that’s the best fit for their student. Choosing early ensures your child has access to their first-choice school, programs, transportation, and extra services. Every choice helps build stronger schools and brighter futures for all students in our community.

Information for Students and Families

Building Brighter Futures School Lookup Tool

The City has launched a new Building Brighter Futures School Lookup Tool, designed to help staff and residents easily visualize CMSD’s proposed school consolidation plan. The tool allows users to type in an address or school name and instantly see how proposed changes may affect school assignments and neighborhood pathways.

This resource makes the plan clearer, more transparent, and more accessible for families and community partners as conversations continue citywide. We encourage all staff to explore the tool and share it with residents who may have questions about the plan.

Explore the School Lookup Tool

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