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Facing History High School@charles Mooney

High School · Cleveland Municipal

3202 W 30th St, Cleveland, OH 44109

Enrollment

128

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

3.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,158 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#109 of 152

public schools

In district

#71 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

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Facing History High School@charles Mooney

3.8/10

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About Facing History High School@charles Mooney

Facing History High School@charles Mooney is a public high school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Facing History High School@charles Mooney serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Facing History High School@charles Mooney has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,158 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Facing History High School@charles Mooney show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.2
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 128 students, Facing History High School@charles Mooney 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.

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Facing History High School@charles Mooney sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

88% of students at Facing History High School@charles Mooney 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-6.67 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-27.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
College Readiness4.9Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate64.5%
AP Participation25.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism87.5%

Facing History High School@charles Mooney — Students at Facing History High School@charles Mooney score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 20.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
74.5%
ELA
84.5%
2014
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
34.5%

* 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: 1.3/10.

How Facing History High School@charles Mooney Compares

See how Facing History High School@charles Mooney performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in OH
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.4/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
87.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
25.8% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

3202 W 30th St, Cleveland, OH 44109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Facing History High School@charles Mooney may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lincoln West School Of Global Studies (rated 5.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rhodes College and Career Academy (rated 4.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Old Brook High School (rated 3.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Charles A Mooney School Cleveland 0.0 mi 6.2
Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Elementary Cleveland 0.1 mi 2.5
Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Middle Cleveland 0.1 mi 2.3
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Cleveland 0.2 mi 8.3
LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Cleveland 0.3 mi 7.3
ST MARY BYZANTINE SCHOOL Cleveland 0.4 mi 6.9
William C Bryant Elementary School Cleveland 0.6 mi 3.8
Benjamin Franklin Cleveland 0.6 mi 3.1
Denison Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.6
Rhodes College and Career Academy Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.1
Rhodes School of Environmental Studies Cleveland 0.9 mi 3.5
Cleveland Preparatory Academy Cleveland 1.0 mi 2.6
Old Brook High School Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.7
Horizon Science Academy-Denison Middle School Cleveland 1.3 mi 4.7
William Rainey Harper Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.8
John Muir Elementary School Parma 1.7 mi 6.1
Thoreau Park Elementary School Parma 1.7 mi 6.7
THE BRIDGE AVENUE SCHOOL Cleveland 1.9 mi
Global Village Academy Parma 2.0 mi 7.3
Lincoln West School Of Global Studies Cleveland 2.2 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,130

Median Home Value

$112,700

Median Rent

$861/mo

Population

38,098

College Educated

16.5%

Homeownership

48.3%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Facing History High School@charles Mooney

What grades does Facing History High School@charles Mooney serve?

Facing History High School@charles Mooney serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Facing History High School@charles Mooney?

Facing History High School@charles Mooney has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Facing History High School@charles Mooney?

The student-teacher ratio at Facing History High School@charles Mooney is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Facing History High School@charles Mooney rank in OH?

Facing History High School@charles Mooney ranks #3,158 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Facing History High School@charles Mooney's MySchoolScout rating?

Facing History High School@charles Mooney 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 Facing History High School@charles Mooney?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Facing History High School@charles Mooney has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

Is Facing History High School@charles Mooney a charter school?

No, Facing History High School@charles Mooney is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Facing History High School@charles Mooney a Title I school?

No, Facing History High School@charles Mooney is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
87.5%
4-Year Graduation
64.5%

District

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

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