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Lake Erie Preparatory, Home of the Falcons

Now Enrolling Grades K-8 in Cleveland, Ohio

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Tuition-Free, Public Community School

Lake Erie Preparatory also offers FREE Breakfast, Lunch & Bus Transportation

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Highly Rated & Accredited Academic Program

Lake Erie Prep has been recognized by the Ohio Department of Education & ACCEL Schools with high ratings and awards for the amount of progress students make in a school year

Where Creativity Takes Flight!

At Lake Erie Preparatory School, we believe every child in Cleveland, Ohio, deserves an education where creativity takes flight and academic potential is realized. As a tuition-free, K–8 public charter school serving the Collinwood and Northeast Cleveland communities, we provide a safe and supportive learning environment.


We differentiate our approach through a rigorous, data-driven curriculum that ensures no student is left behind or held back from their full potential. Our scholars don’t just learn—they grow into leaders through:

• Personalized Academic Growth: We use frequent progress monitoring to tailor instruction in reading and math, accelerating learning for every student.

• Character & Leadership: Accountability and resilience are woven into daily life, preparing students with the self-advocacy skills needed for high school and beyond.

• A Culture of Belonging: Through restorative practices and strong family partnerships, we create a structured space where students are known, supported, and challenged.

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