Below Average
#2839 of 3,441 schools in OH
Alfred Benesch
Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal
5393 Quincy Ave, Cleveland, OH 44104
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,839 of 3,441
In Cleveland
#69 of 152
public schools
In district
#45 of 93
Cleveland Municipal
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Alfred Benesch
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About Alfred Benesch
Alfred Benesch is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Alfred Benesch serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Alfred Benesch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,839 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Alfred Benesch show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Alfred Benesch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
85% of students at Alfred Benesch 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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Alfred Benesch — Students at Alfred Benesch score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Alfred Benesch Compares
See how Alfred Benesch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5393 Quincy Ave, Cleveland, OH 44104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alfred Benesch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broadway Academy (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ADALBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Campus International School (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Technical High School Cleveland | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| George Washington Carver Cleveland | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Dike School of Arts Cleveland | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Cleveland Academy for Scholarship Technology and Leadership Cleveland | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Stepstone Academy Cleveland | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Marion-Sterling Elementary School Cleveland | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| University of Cleveland Preparatory School Cleveland | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Invictus High School Cleveland | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Campus International High School Cleveland | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Broadway Academy Cleveland | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Anton Grdina Cleveland | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Phoenix Village Academy Primary 2 dba Wings Academy 1 Cleveland | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ST ADALBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cleveland | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| East Preparatory Academy Cleveland | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Village Preparatory School Cliffs Cleveland | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Mary B Martin School Cleveland | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Campus International School Cleveland | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Wade Park Cleveland | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Regent High School Cleveland | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Cleveland | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$24,009
Median Home Value
$60,600
Median Rent
$654/mo
Population
19,716
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
25.7%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
49.5%
Median Age
32.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Denison Cleveland, OH | 4.6 |
| East Bridge Academy of Excellence Columbus, OH | 4.6 |
| Bolton Cleveland, OH | 4.5 |
| Charity Adams Earley Girls Academy Dayton, OH | 4.5 |
| Ethel M. Taylor Academy Cincinnati, OH | 4.5 |
| Harvard Elementary School Toledo, OH | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alfred Benesch
What grades does Alfred Benesch serve?
Alfred Benesch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Alfred Benesch?
Alfred Benesch has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alfred Benesch?
The student-teacher ratio at Alfred Benesch is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alfred Benesch rank in OH?
Alfred Benesch ranks #2,839 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Alfred Benesch's MySchoolScout rating?
Alfred Benesch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Alfred Benesch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alfred Benesch has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Alfred Benesch a charter school?
No, Alfred Benesch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alfred Benesch a Title I school?
No, Alfred Benesch is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 234
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.0%
- Phone
- (216) 838-1300
Resources & Links
District
Cleveland Municipal- District Enrollment
- 33,841
- Schools in District
- 93
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,255
- District Rank
- #45 of 93
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