Gearity Professional Development School

Gearity Professional Development School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
2323 Wrenford Rd,  University Heights, OH
Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District
4.0
345 Students
C+
Niche Grade
Gearity Professional Development School teaches prekindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Cleveland Heights-University Heights School District, students here are taught STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) learning techniques. Classes aim to prepare students for professional development in high school and beyond. Spanish, gifted, music and arts programs are also available. Surrounded by houses, Gearity Professional Development School is tucked away in the heart of the neighborhood University Heights, offering convenience for residents with school-age children. The school campus has two playgrounds, complete with jungle gyms, swings and slides. Students put on musical concerts throughout the year and the staff and PTA plan a whole host of after-school activities and events, including a 5K run, Pi Day on March 14 and a math and literacy night. Gearity Professional Development School offers a well-rounded public education with an emphasis on student and parent engagement in University Heights.

School Details

Head of School
Katrina Hicks
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
37%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
25
Full Time Teachers
25
Teachers in First or Second Year
10%

GreatSchools Rating

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
299:1

Student Diversity

Male
57.1%
Female
42.9%
Black
62.6%
White
25.2%
Hispanic
9.3%
Two or more races
2.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/12/2021
I can’t say enough of how wonderful Gearity elementary school is. The teachers are on top of things, caring about their students, they go above and beyond to not only help the students but they also help the families, specially providing help during times of crisis and with communication. I saw the...
5.0 teacher
12/18/2013
Having worked in a variety of educational settings as a consultant, I am especially impressed by the education levels, knowledge, and work ethic of the staff. The early childhood program is excellent in comparison with most that I have observed. The diversity of the families is such an asset for eve...
5.0 parent
6/28/2012
My son went to all day preschool at Gearity last year and my daughter is there this year. They both LOVE the school and the teachers. The tuition for all day is $720 a month, 7am to 6pm. They cover math, art, music etc. Always a note from teacher in the folder... Can't ask for more!
4.0 parent
1/16/2012
Both of my children are currently enrolled in the Pre-K program and I must say how happy I am with the program. In addition to the stimulating and fun classroom environment, my children have access to numerous "extras" regularly found at the elementary level (i.e. library, gym time, special programs...

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