Needs Improvement
#3221 of 3,441 schools in OH
Elmwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Garfield Heights City Schools
5275 Turney Rd, Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
2nd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,221 of 3,441
In Garfield Heights
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Garfield Heights City Schools
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About Elmwood Elementary School
Elmwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Garfield Heights, OH, part of Garfield Heights City Schools. Elmwood Elementary School serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elmwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,221 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Elmwood Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Elmwood Elementary 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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Elmwood Elementary School — Students at Elmwood Elementary School score 22% 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: 3.9/10.
How Elmwood Elementary School Compares
See how Elmwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5275 Turney Rd, Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elmwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cuyahoga Hts Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cuyahoga Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS (rated 6.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Maple Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garfield Heights, see our Garfield Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Brilliance School Garfield Heights | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Garfield Heights | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| William Foster Elementary School Garfield Heights | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Garfield Heights High School Garfield Heights | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Garfield Heights Middle School Garfield Heights | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Maple Leaf Elementary School Garfield Heights | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| North Shore High School Garfield Heights | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Garfield Heights | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Miles School Cleveland | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| SMART Academy Garfield Heights | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Warner Girls Leadership Academy Cleveland | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Harvard Avenue Performance Academy Cleveland | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Miles Park School Cleveland | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Maple Heights | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| John Adams College & Career Academy Cleveland | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Cleveland Metro Remote School K-12 Cleveland | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Cuyahoga Hts Middle School Cuyahoga Heights | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| J.F. Kennedy School Maple Heights | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Cuyahoga Hts High School Cuyahoga Heights | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Cuyahoga Hts Elementary School Cuyahoga Heights | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,524
Median Home Value
$107,400
Median Rent
$1,103/mo
Population
29,366
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A+ Arts Academy Columbus, OH | 3.6 |
| Larchmont Elementary School Toledo, OH | 3.6 |
| Middlebury Academy Akron, OH | 3.6 |
| South Avondale School Cincinnati, OH | 3.6 |
| Stevan Dohanos Elementary School Lorain, OH | 3.6 |
| Windsor STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus, OH | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elmwood Elementary School
What grades does Elmwood Elementary School serve?
Elmwood Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.
How many students attend Elmwood Elementary School?
Elmwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elmwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elmwood Elementary School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elmwood Elementary School rank in OH?
Elmwood Elementary School ranks #3,221 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Elmwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elmwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Elmwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elmwood Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Elmwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Elmwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elmwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Elmwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 351
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.3%
- Phone
- (216) 475-8110
Resources & Links
District
Garfield Heights City Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,920
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,472
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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