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Dike School of Arts

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

2501 E 61st St, Cleveland, OH 44104

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

3.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,343 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#132 of 152

public schools

In district

#88 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

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Dike School of Arts

3.1/10

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

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3.8/10

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About Dike School of Arts

Dike School of Arts is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Dike School of Arts serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dike School of Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,343 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Dike School of Arts show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

61% of students at Dike School of Arts 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 Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-32.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism60.6%

Dike School of Arts — Students at Dike School of Arts score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.0% (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
57%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
19.6%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Dike School of Arts Compares

See how Dike School of Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.1/10
3th percentile in OH
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.6%

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

2501 E 61st St, Cleveland, OH 44104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dike School of Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broadway Academy (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ADALBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, George Washington Carver (rated 5.1/10, 0.6 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
East Technical High School Cleveland 0.2 mi 3.8
Alfred Benesch Cleveland 0.3 mi 4.6
George Washington Carver Cleveland 0.6 mi 5.1
Anton Grdina Cleveland 0.9 mi 3.4
Cleveland Academy for Scholarship Technology and Leadership Cleveland 1.0 mi 3.3
Broadway Academy Cleveland 1.1 mi 7.2
ST ADALBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cleveland 1.0 mi 6.6
Stepstone Academy Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.0
University of Cleveland Preparatory School Cleveland 1.2 mi 3.9
Marion-Sterling Elementary School Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.3
Invictus High School Cleveland 1.3 mi 2.9
Campus International High School Cleveland 1.4 mi 5.1
Mary B Martin School Cleveland 1.5 mi 4.4
Regent High School Cleveland 1.7 mi 4.4
Phoenix Village Academy Primary 2 dba Wings Academy 1 Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.2
Mound Elementary School Cleveland 1.9 mi 4.0
East Preparatory Academy Cleveland 1.8 mi 5.0
Wade Park Cleveland 1.9 mi 3.2
Bolton Cleveland 1.5 mi 4.5
Village Preparatory School Cliffs Cleveland 1.9 mi 3.4

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

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Cleveland Arts and Social Sciences Academy Cleveland, OH 3.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dike School of Arts

What grades does Dike School of Arts serve?

Dike School of Arts serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Dike School of Arts?

Dike School of Arts has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dike School of Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at Dike School of Arts is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dike School of Arts rank in OH?

Dike School of Arts ranks #3,343 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Dike School of Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

Dike School of Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Dike School of Arts?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dike School of Arts has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dike School of Arts a charter school?

No, Dike School of Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dike School of Arts a Title I school?

No, Dike School of Arts is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.6%

District

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

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