Needs Improvement
#3154 of 3,441 schools in OH
Charles Dickens School
Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal
13013 Corlett Ave, Cleveland, OH 44105
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,154 of 3,441
In Cleveland
#105 of 152
public schools
In district
#67 of 93
Cleveland Municipal
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About Charles Dickens School
Charles Dickens School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Charles Dickens School serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles Dickens School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,154 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Charles Dickens School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at Charles Dickens 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
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Charles Dickens School — Students at Charles Dickens School score 10% 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: 4.9/10.
How Charles Dickens School Compares
See how Charles Dickens School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13013 Corlett Ave, Cleveland, OH 44105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles Dickens School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Onaway Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Shaker Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boulevard Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Shaker Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Miles School (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,294
Median Home Value
$56,400
Median Rent
$888/mo
Population
33,358
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
47.5%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
39.8
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| Harding Elementary School Youngstown, OH | 3.8 |
| Lake Erie College Preparatory School Cleveland, OH | 3.8 |
| Marion C Seltzer Elementary School Cleveland, OH | 3.8 |
| Mt. Healthy Preparatory and Fitness Academy Cincinnati, OH | 3.8 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary School Toledo, OH | 3.8 |
| Valleyview Elementary School Columbus, OH | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles Dickens School
What grades does Charles Dickens School serve?
Charles Dickens School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Charles Dickens School?
Charles Dickens School has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles Dickens School?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles Dickens School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles Dickens School rank in OH?
Charles Dickens School ranks #3,154 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Charles Dickens School's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles Dickens School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Charles Dickens School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles Dickens School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Charles Dickens School a charter school?
No, Charles Dickens School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles Dickens School a Title I school?
No, Charles Dickens School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 265
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.3%
- Phone
- (216) 838-4200
Resources & Links
District
Cleveland Municipal- District Enrollment
- 33,841
- Schools in District
- 93
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,255
- District Rank
- #67 of 93
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