Our school

Finding the right learning environment for your son can change the trajectory of his future. Cleveland Sports Academy (CSA) is a tuition-free, all-boys public charter school in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, specifically designed for young men in grades 6 through 11.

At CSA, we bridge the gap between competitive athletics and rigorous academics. We don't view sports as a distraction or a simple reward for good grades. Instead, we use athletic training as the ultimate vehicle to teach young men elite discipline, accountability, leadership, and emotional resilience when the pressure is real.

Our entire school culture is built around a single conviction: athletics and academics belong to the same system. When a young man learns how to push through a grueling fourth-quarter deficit on the basketball court, he is developing the exact mental toughness he needs when a complex math concept doesn't click on the first try.

Our specialized curriculum focuses heavily on character development and social-emotional learning (SEL). Through both daily academics and team sports, students focus on:

• Resilience & Mental Toughness: Overcoming setbacks in the classroom and on the field.
• Teamwork & Brotherhood: Building healthy, supportive relationships with peers and mentors.
• Goal Setting: Learning how to map out a vision for high school, college, and future careers.
• Personal Accountability: Understanding the weight of being part of a team where everyone depends on your effort.

We know that every child learns differently. Our academic program is rigorous but highly individualized. Teachers meet each student exactly where he is academically—rather than where a traditional grade level assumes he should be—ensuring no boy falls through the cracks.

To keep our young men active and engaged, students rotate through a variety of intramural sports each semester, giving them exposure to multiple athletic disciplines. For those looking to compete at the next level, our current competitive varsity and junior varsity teams include:

• Basketball
• Track and Field
• Additional competitive sports will continue to be added as our school network grows and adds grade levels.

We are committed to removing barriers to excellence for Cleveland families. To fully support our student-athletes and busy parents, Cleveland Sports Academy provides an array of completely free school services:

• Free Before- & After-School Care: Safe, structured supervision for enrolled students.
• Academic Tutoring & Homework Support: Built directly into our extended daily programming.
• School-Based Counseling & Wellness Support: Available to students during and after school hours.
• Free Transportation: Available for eligible students throughout the Cleveland area.
• Free Daily Meals: Every student receives healthy, nutritious breakfast and lunch daily at no cost.
• Free Summer Sports Camps: Keeping young men active, safe, and constructively engaged between school years.

Secure your son's spot at Cleveland's premier choice for dedicated student-athletes.

Community Schools (Charter Schools) offer families an alternative to the local public school. Community schools are tuition-free, open to all students in the county, and focused on meeting student needs for success. Community schools are among the top-performing schools in the nation. Read more about charter schools.