University School is ranked the #1 Private K-12 School in Ohio for the third consecutive year and earned the top spot in three more statewide categories.

The National Merit® Scholarship Program has recognized 13 seniors as Semifinalists and 14 as Commended students in the 2025 competition.

The Middle and Upper Schools were selected for their excellence in STEM education and student research.

Our annual Handshake Ceremony marked the start of another school year! Blue blazers lined the walkways as our community warmly welcomed new students, faculty, and staff to the US community.

Julian Berger '24 was selected for the state Jazz Ensemble, and others joined him in earning OMEA honors.

The Class of 2028 celebrates their time at the Shaker Campus at their Eighth Grade Graduation.

Seven faculty and staff members received awards at Upper School Honors Day and the Shaker Campus year-end assembly.

Team members Giles Lafave '28, Will Bach '29, and Luke Chao '29 competed at nationals in Chicago.

The University School chapter was honored by the national Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica.

Benji Blitz '28 interviewed U.S. veterans with a US connection and shared his learnings.

Thirteen members of the Class of 2024 will continue their competitive sports endeavors in colleges across Ohio and beyond.

The team defeated Chagrin Falls in the regional final to advance to the state semifinal, where they came up short against Toledo St. John.

Boys eased into summer on the next-to-last day of school and enjoyed out-of-the-ordinary days.

US students traveled to many historic, exciting, and inspiring U.S. destinations this spring.

Boys in the Lower School embarked on investigations in the classroom and beyond.

Benjamin Kessler '34 is this year's winner for his tool truck (for transporting a toolbox) with working head and tail lights.

Sam Wade '24 ranks as one of the Top 25 high school boys hockey players nationwide. 

Congratulations to the 96 members of the Class of 2024! As your accomplishments and college destinations attest, you should be proud. We are grateful your paths converged here for the time they did. The US community wishes you all well as you continue on your unique paths to your bright futures.

Aidan Moll '25 won Best Supporting Actor at the Dazzle Awards and the technical team was nominated for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.

Students of the Young Entrepreneur Institute clubs convened in the Shaker Campus gym to sell their creations.

The Ohio Academy of Science selects top science students for a national conference.

Across US, student musicians entertained audiences with their fascinating rhythms, modern melodies, and rich harmonies.

Niklas Rietsch '25 was one of only six students in Ohio selected for the Regeneron science fair.

The Shaker Campus was even more bustling than usual during the two days we welcomed our students' grandparents and special friends.

Adriano Cristaldi '24 has been awarded a National Merit Scholarship.

The Upper School team spent the entire year working on this college-level national challenge.

Will Outcalt ’24 won with "The X Factor: How Shaker Heights Escaped the Clark Freeway."

Upper School students (46!) were awarded for their creative achievements in the 2024 Scholastic Art & Writing Competition.

Andrew Merritt '24 finished his senior season as the top long jumper in the area.

The curtain closed for the 100th - and final - time on a Mrs. Pribble production.

Team members Niklas Rietsch '25, Cehan Ahmad '25, and Theo Dengler '25 competed at the national level.

Two teams of sixth-grade scientists in Mrs. Slye's classes earned national recognition.

One, two, three, four, five US Middle School students flexed their math muscles in Columbus.

Liam Monaghan '24 was profiled as part of a series on soon-to-be graduates in the area.

Middle and Upper School students achieve honors at science fairs.

Teams of fourth- and fifth-grade boys participated in the Greater Cleveland Council of Teachers of Mathematics contest.

Alex Palmer '24 and Colin Hsieh '24 debate their way to state semi-finalist honors.

Six sophomores were recognized for their superior achievement in research and composition.

Andrew Merritt ’24 won the Division I State Championship title in March.

The team defeated Willoughby South in the Division I tournament.

Junior Gabe Ewen's story, Jambalaya, will be published in DePaul's Blue Book: Best American High School Writing 2023.

The Middle School production of Shrek was swampy and smelly, but also colorful, funny, and full of love and friendships.

Musicians from Hathaway Brown joined our US musicians and vocalists for a combined concert.

Upper School Squash players Iggy Lahorra '26 and Dan Miklus '26 were featured in a news story about the international squash tournament.

The Varsity Squash Team finished the season with their highest national ranking.

The renovated and refreshed wrestling room is ready for action.

Students in the Lower School embarked on many investigations in the classroom and beyond.

Nine Upper School Students are members of the Cleveland Orchestra Youth Chorus and Youth Orchestra.

Kam Shiver ’25 wins the 120th Annual Sherman Prize Speaking Contest.

Two Spelling Bees and a Geography Bee tested students' skills and memory - on the school stage.

Accomplished Middle School writers participated in the district competition hosted at US.

The Mock Trial team learned about our justice system by researching real cases in preparation for a competition.

Kartik Gulati '27 is a member of the City Club of Cleveland Youth Forum Council.

The Middle School and Upper School Robotics Teams built successful seasons.

Travis Phillips '26 was chosen by the Cleveland Institute of Music for the second year.

Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica's student magazine published videos by Justice Arai '24, Aidan Krishnaney '25, and Vishwum Kapadia '25.

Mr. Gallagher announced Mr. James Lewis '00 as a new chair holder, recognizing him for his dedication to his students and work.

Anshul Sharma '26 was invited to perform at the storied venue.