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John Muir Elementary School

Elementary School · Parma City

5531 W 24th St, Parma, OH 44134

Enrollment

484

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,927 of 3,441

In Parma

#10 of 14

public schools

In district

#9 of 12

Parma City

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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John Muir Elementary School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Parma · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About John Muir Elementary School

John Muir Elementary School is a public elementary school in Parma, OH, part of Parma City. John Muir Elementary School serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John Muir Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,927 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for John Muir Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,634
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

John Muir Elementary School — Students at John Muir Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.9% (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
72%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
46.5%
ELA
50.1%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How John Muir Elementary School Compares

See how John Muir Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in OH
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

Location

5531 W 24th St, Parma, OH 44134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Muir Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Global Village Academy (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parma, see our Parma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Global Village Academy Parma 0.8 mi 7.3
Shiloh Middle School Parma 1.1 mi 5.3
William C Bryant Elementary School Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.8
ST MARY BYZANTINE SCHOOL Cleveland 1.4 mi 6.9
Benjamin Franklin Cleveland 1.6 mi 3.1
Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Elementary Cleveland 1.7 mi 2.5
Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Middle Cleveland 1.7 mi 2.3
Thoreau Park Elementary School Parma 1.3 mi 6.7
Charles A Mooney School Cleveland 1.7 mi 6.2
Facing History High School@Charles Mooney Cleveland 1.7 mi 3.8
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Cleveland 1.8 mi 8.3
Old Brook High School Cleveland 1.6 mi 3.7
LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Cleveland 1.8 mi 7.3
Cleveland Preparatory Academy Cleveland 1.6 mi 2.6
ST COLUMBKILLE SCHOOL Parma 2.1 mi 6.9
Parma Virtual Learning Academy Parma 1.8 mi
Rhodes College and Career Academy Cleveland 1.8 mi 4.1
Rhodes School of Environmental Studies Cleveland 1.8 mi 3.5
William Rainey Harper Cleveland 1.9 mi 3.8
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA SCHOOL Parma 2.3 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,116

Median Home Value

$153,500

Median Rent

$1,108/mo

Population

38,231

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

43.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Muir Elementary School

What grades does John Muir Elementary School serve?

John Muir Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend John Muir Elementary School?

John Muir Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Muir Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at John Muir Elementary School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Muir Elementary School rank in OH?

John Muir Elementary School ranks #1,927 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is John Muir Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

John Muir Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 John Muir Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Muir Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is John Muir Elementary School a charter school?

No, John Muir Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John Muir Elementary School a Title I school?

No, John Muir Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Muir Elementary School?

67.6% of students at John Muir 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
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

District

Parma City
District Enrollment
8,931
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,634
District Rank
#9 of 12

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