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#2783 of 3,441 schools in OH

Clara E Westropp School

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

19101 Puritas Ave, Cleveland, OH 44135

Enrollment

381

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,783 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#68 of 152

public schools

In district

#44 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

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Clara E Westropp School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Clara E Westropp School

Clara E Westropp School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Clara E Westropp School serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Clara E Westropp School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,783 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Clara E Westropp School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

72% of students at Clara E Westropp 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 Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism71.7%

Clara E Westropp School — Students at Clara E Westropp 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 42.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.0% (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
60%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
19.6%
ELA
36%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Clara E Westropp School Compares

See how Clara E Westropp School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in OH
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
71.7%

Location

19101 Puritas Ave, Cleveland, OH 44135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clara E Westropp School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gilles-Sweet Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Fairview Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fairview Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Douglas MacArthur Cleveland 0.1 mi 7.3
AL IHSAN SCHOOL Cleveland 0.4 mi 8.9
Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary Cleveland 0.5 mi 4.2
Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle Cleveland 0.5 mi 4.7
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cleveland 0.7 mi 7.5
Valley View Elementary School Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.8
ST ANGELA MERICI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairview Park 1.4 mi 5.4
Fairview High School Fairview Park 1.4 mi 5.8
Lewis F Mayer Middle School Fairview Park 1.4 mi 7.7
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Elementary Cleveland 1.6 mi 7.4
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Middle Cleveland 1.6 mi 3.9
OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Cleveland 1.7 mi 6.8
Newton D Baker School Cleveland 1.7 mi 4.5
ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Cleveland 1.9 mi 6.8
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairview Park 1.6 mi 8.1
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL WEST Rocky River 1.9 mi 6.8
Robinson G Jones Elementary School Cleveland 1.6 mi 4.8
Parkview Early Education Center Fairview Park 1.6 mi 6.9
Gilles-Sweet Elementary School Fairview Park 1.9 mi 8.5
Goldwood Primary Elementary School Rocky River 2.4 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,930

Median Home Value

$119,100

Median Rent

$935/mo

Population

27,591

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

26.4%

Median Age

38.6

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Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School Columbus, OH 4.7
Constellation Schools: Elyria Community Elyria, OH 4.7
Cross Creek Elementary Wintersville, OH 4.7
Green Elementary School Franklin Furnace, OH 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clara E Westropp School

What grades does Clara E Westropp School serve?

Clara E Westropp School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Clara E Westropp School?

Clara E Westropp School has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clara E Westropp School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clara E Westropp School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clara E Westropp School rank in OH?

Clara E Westropp School ranks #2,783 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Clara E Westropp School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clara E Westropp School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Clara E Westropp School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clara E Westropp School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Clara E Westropp School a charter school?

No, Clara E Westropp School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clara E Westropp School a Title I school?

No, Clara E Westropp School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
71.7%

District

Cleveland Municipal
District Enrollment
33,841
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,255
District Rank
#44 of 93

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