Needs Improvement
#3150 of 3,192 schools in MI
Cleveland Elementary
Elementary School · Port Huron Area School District
2801 VANNESS ST, Port Huron, MI 48060
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#3,150 of 3,192
In Port Huron
#14 of 14
public schools
In district
#15 of 15
Port Huron Area School District
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Cleveland Elementary
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About Cleveland Elementary
Cleveland Elementary is a public elementary school in Port Huron, MI, part of Port Huron Area School District. Cleveland Elementary serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,150 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Cleveland Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Cleveland Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
79% of students at Cleveland Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cleveland Elementary — Students at Cleveland Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 18 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.3/10.
How Cleveland Elementary Compares
See how Cleveland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2801 VANNESS ST, Port Huron, MI 48060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cleveland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Morton Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Marysville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gardens Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Marysville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Shore Leadership Academy (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Huron, see our Port Huron schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,342
Median Home Value
$152,000
Median Rent
$1,005/mo
Population
39,502
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chester F Miller School Saginaw, MI | 2.7 |
| Willow School Lansing, MI | 2.7 |
| Bloomingdale Elementary School Bloomingdale, MI | 2.8 |
| Charles C McGlinnen School Clinton Township, MI | 2.8 |
| Fountain Elementary School Roseville, MI | 2.8 |
| Myers Elementary School Taylor, MI | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cleveland Elementary
What grades does Cleveland Elementary serve?
Cleveland Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cleveland Elementary?
Cleveland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cleveland Elementary rank in MI?
Cleveland Elementary ranks #3,150 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Cleveland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cleveland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cleveland Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Cleveland Elementary a charter school?
No, Cleveland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cleveland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cleveland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cleveland Elementary?
89.5% of students at Cleveland Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 238
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Clair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.6%
- Phone
- (810) 984-6500
Resources & Links
District
Port Huron Area School District- District Enrollment
- 7,147
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,323
- District Rank
- #15 of 15
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