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Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary

Elementary School · Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary

17720 Puritas Ave, Cleveland, OH 44135

Charter

Enrollment

156

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,995 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#88 of 152

public schools

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Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary

4.2/10

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

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle

4.7/10

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About Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary. Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary serves approximately 156 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,995 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.5 pts below OH schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 156 students, Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

40% of students at Constellation Schools: Puritas Community 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,421
Chronic Absenteeism39.7%

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary — Students at Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary Compares

See how Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
13th percentile in OH
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.7%

Location

17720 Puritas Ave, Cleveland, OH 44135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Douglas MacArthur (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle Cleveland 0.0 mi 4.7
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cleveland 0.3 mi 7.5
AL IHSAN SCHOOL Cleveland 0.4 mi 8.9
Valley View Elementary School Cleveland 0.5 mi 4.8
Clara E Westropp School Cleveland 0.5 mi 4.7
Douglas MacArthur Cleveland 0.7 mi 7.3
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Elementary Cleveland 1.3 mi 7.4
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Middle Cleveland 1.3 mi 3.9
Robinson G Jones Elementary School Cleveland 1.0 mi 4.8
Newton D Baker School Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.5
OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Cleveland 1.5 mi 6.8
ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Cleveland 1.7 mi 6.8
Artemus Ward Cleveland 1.6 mi 4.5
John Marshall School of Information Technology Cleveland 1.7 mi 5.8
John Marshall School of Business and Civic Leadership Cleveland 1.7 mi 5.7
John Marshall School of Engineering Cleveland 1.7 mi 5.0
Garfield Elementary School Cleveland 1.8 mi 4.0
ST ANGELA MERICI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairview Park 1.8 mi 5.4
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL WEST Rocky River 2.1 mi 6.8
Fairview High School Fairview Park 1.9 mi 5.8

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary

What grades does Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary serve?

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary?

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 156 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary rank in OH?

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary ranks #2,995 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary a charter school?

Yes, Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary a Title I school?

No, Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.7%

District

Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary
District Enrollment
156
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,421
District Rank
#1 of 1

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