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Barack Obama School

Elementary School · Maple Heights City

5800 Glenwood Ave, Maple Heights, OH 44137

Enrollment

441

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

5.0

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,634 of 3,441

In Maple Heights

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Maple Heights City

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Barack Obama School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Maple Heights · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

J.f. Kennedy School

4.1/10

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4.2/10

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About Barack Obama School

Barack Obama School is a public elementary school in Maple Heights, OH, part of Maple Heights City. Barack Obama School serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Barack Obama School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,634 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Barack Obama School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Barack Obama School 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.

52% of students at Barack Obama School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,910
Chronic Absenteeism52.2%

Barack Obama School — Students at Barack Obama School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
26.9%
ELA
29.4%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Barack Obama School Compares

See how Barack Obama School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in OH
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5800 Glenwood Ave, Maple Heights, OH 44137

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Barack Obama School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAMAH JUNIOR ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Garfield Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maple Heights, see our Maple Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
J.F. Kennedy School Maple Heights 0.1 mi 4.1
Abraham Lincoln School Maple Heights 0.1 mi 4.2
ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Maple Heights 0.6 mi 6.5
ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Garfield Heights 0.8 mi 6.5
Maple Heights High School Maple Heights 1.1 mi 3.8
Glendale Primary School Bedford 1.0 mi 4.4
William Foster Elementary School Garfield Heights 1.6 mi 3.2
Maple Leaf Elementary School Garfield Heights 1.5 mi 4.4
Garfield Heights Middle School Garfield Heights 1.6 mi 3.0
TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Garfield Heights 1.8 mi 8.1
RAMAH JUNIOR ACADEMY Cleveland 2.2 mi 7.4
Milkovich Middle School Maple Heights 2.0 mi 4.2
T2 Honors Academy Warrensville Heights 2.5 mi 6.2
Elmwood Elementary School Garfield Heights 2.2 mi 3.6
Central Primary School Bedford 2.2 mi 3.9
The Brilliance School Garfield Heights 2.4 mi 6.4
Ohio College Preparatory School Maple Heights 2.4 mi 5.4
EXCEL Bedford 2.4 mi 4.7
John F Kennedy High School Cleveland 3.2 mi 5.0
SMART Academy Garfield Heights 3.1 mi 2.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,990

Median Home Value

$89,800

Median Rent

$1,322/mo

Population

23,385

College Educated

15.3%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

26.4%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barack Obama School

What grades does Barack Obama School serve?

Barack Obama School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Barack Obama School?

Barack Obama School has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barack Obama School?

The student-teacher ratio at Barack Obama School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barack Obama School rank in OH?

Barack Obama School ranks #2,634 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Barack Obama School's MySchoolScout rating?

Barack Obama School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Barack Obama School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barack Obama School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Barack Obama School a charter school?

No, Barack Obama School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barack Obama School a Title I school?

No, Barack Obama School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.2%

District

Maple Heights City
District Enrollment
3,061
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,910
District Rank
#1 of 5

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