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#2185 of 3,441 schools in OH
First Step Preschool
School · Parma City
7700 Malibu Dr, Parma, OH 44130
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 13 schools in Parma. Learn more
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,185 of 3,441
In Parma
#12 of 14
public schools
In district
#10 of 12
Parma City
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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First Step Preschool
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About First Step Preschool
First Step Preschool is a public school in Parma, OH, part of Parma City. First Step Preschool serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. First Step Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,185 of 3,441 schools in OH.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- OH avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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How First Step Preschool Compares
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Location
7700 Malibu Dr, Parma, OH 44130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Step Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. Whitney Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Strongsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Big Creek Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Middleburg Hts), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AL IHSAN SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parma, see our Parma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,099
Median Home Value
$184,900
Median Rent
$1,045/mo
Population
49,778
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
44.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Step Preschool
What grades does First Step Preschool serve?
First Step Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend First Step Preschool?
First Step Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Step Preschool?
The student-teacher ratio at First Step Preschool is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does First Step Preschool rank in OH?
First Step Preschool ranks #2,185 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is First Step Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
First Step Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is First Step Preschool a charter school?
No, First Step Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is First Step Preschool a Title I school?
No, First Step Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 208
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Phone
- (440) 885-8645
Resources & Links
District
Parma City- District Enrollment
- 8,931
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,634
- District Rank
- #10 of 12
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