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#436 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 13% in state

Gilles-sweet Elementary School

Elementary School · Fairview Park City

4320 W 220 Street, Fairview Park, OH 44126

Enrollment

513

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

8.5

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#436 of 3,441

In Fairview Park

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Fairview Park City

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Gilles-sweet Elementary School

8.5/10

Elementary School in Fairview Park · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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7.7/10

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About Gilles-sweet Elementary School

Gilles-sweet Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fairview Park, OH, part of Fairview Park City. Gilles-sweet Elementary School serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Gilles-sweet Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #436 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Gilles-sweet Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,481
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

Gilles-sweet Elementary School — Students at Gilles-sweet Elementary School score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
67.3%
ELA
78.8%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Gilles-sweet Elementary School Compares

See how Gilles-sweet Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
87th percentile in OH
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

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

4320 W 220 Street, Fairview Park, OH 44126

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gilles-sweet Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is RUFFING MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Rocky River), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Maple Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby North Olmsted), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fairview Park, see our Fairview Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairview Park 0.3 mi 8.1
Lewis F Mayer Middle School Fairview Park 0.5 mi 7.7
Fairview High School Fairview Park 0.5 mi 5.8
ST ANGELA MERICI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairview Park 0.8 mi 5.4
Parkview Early Education Center Fairview Park 1.1 mi 6.9
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westlake 1.1 mi 7.4
Goldwood Primary Elementary School Rocky River 1.2 mi 7.2
ST BRENDAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL North Olmsted 1.4 mi 7.0
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL WEST Rocky River 1.3 mi 6.8
Maple Elementary School North Olmsted 1.2 mi 7.3
ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westlake 1.3 mi 6.7
RUFFING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rocky River 2.0 mi 7.5
MAGNIFICAT HIGH SCHOOL Rocky River 1.9 mi 7.3
Birch Primary School North Olmsted 1.8 mi 6.2
ST THOMAS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rocky River 2.1 mi
Douglas MacArthur Cleveland 1.7 mi 7.3
Rocky River High School Rocky River 2.2 mi 8.8
Clara E Westropp School Cleveland 1.9 mi 4.7
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WESTLAKE Westlake 2.0 mi
Rocky River Early Childhood Center at Beach School Rocky River 2.6 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,944

Median Home Value

$225,800

Median Rent

$966/mo

Population

17,012

College Educated

46.6%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

40.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gilles-sweet Elementary School

What grades does Gilles-sweet Elementary School serve?

Gilles-sweet Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Gilles-sweet Elementary School?

Gilles-sweet Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gilles-sweet Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gilles-sweet Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gilles-sweet Elementary School rank in OH?

Gilles-sweet Elementary School ranks #436 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Gilles-sweet Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gilles-sweet Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Gilles-sweet Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gilles-sweet Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gilles-sweet Elementary School a charter school?

No, Gilles-sweet Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gilles-sweet Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Gilles-sweet Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gilles-sweet Elementary School?

33.7% of students at Gilles-sweet Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

District

Fairview Park City
District Enrollment
1,496
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,481
District Rank
#1 of 4

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