Choose Breakthrough: Belong. Learn. Lead.
Your Choice Starts Here.
Choosing Breakthrough means your child will belong, learn, and lead from day one.
Why You Should Enroll Today
Hands-On Learning
We center joy in our classrooms, making learning exciting and fun!
Caring Teachers
Breakthrough teachers make scholars feel supported and engaged all day, every day.
Academic Growth
Daily practice and tools like
i-Ready help students improve each year.
families are our partners
We know that when families and schools work together, scholars have an even stronger team cheering them on.
How Enrollment Works
Joining Breakthrough is simple, whether you’re planning for next school year or looking to make a change mid-year. Either way, you’ll follow the same enrollment steps below. It’s never too late for a fresh start, and our team is ready to meet your family right where you are.
1. Learn About Breakthrough
Explore our schools, tour a campus to see the classrooms and meet the team, and see our results. Or, call the Family Experience office; we'll answer your questions and get you started!
2. Apply Online
Fill out a quick online application for your child. — it only takes a few minutes. Call our office any time for assistance.
3. Submit Documents
We match students based on preferences and available seats. Submit documents by text at 216-800-7166 or email admissions@breakthroughschools.org
4. Receive Your Offer
You’ll be notified if your child is accepted.
5. Accept & Get Ready
Confirm your seat and prepare for the school year.
Have Questions or Need Help?
Call our Family Experience Office at (216) 367-5720.
Why Families Choose Breakthrough
Families trust Breakthrough—and the numbers show it:
What Scholars Say
We listen to our students. This year, 1,800 scholars in grades 1–8 shared their experiences:
scholar responses:
Why it Matters:
When students feel safe, supported, and engaged, they attend more, try harder, and achieve more.
Support Beyond the Classroom
Our support doesn’t stop after middle school.
The Beyond Breakthrough team supports 3,000+ alumni and helps them stay on track for high school, college, and careers through:
One-on-one guidance
Regular check-ins
Personalized planning
Special opportunities
just for Breakthrough alumni through partnerships in the city, state, and beyond
Students who stay connected feel more confident and prepared for the future
