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Joseph M Gallagher School

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

4016 Woodbine Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113

Enrollment

632

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,312 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#39 of 152

public schools

In district

#22 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Joseph M Gallagher School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Joseph M Gallagher School

Joseph M Gallagher School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Joseph M Gallagher School serves approximately 632 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph M Gallagher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,312 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Joseph M Gallagher School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Joseph M Gallagher 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-27.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism43%

Joseph M Gallagher School — Students at Joseph M Gallagher School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 26.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.7% (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
32%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
14%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
15.4%
ELA
24.5%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Joseph M Gallagher School Compares

See how Joseph M Gallagher School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in OH
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.0%

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

4016 Woodbine Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joseph M Gallagher School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Menlo Park Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROCCO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paul L Dunbar Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Near West Intergenerational School Cleveland 0.1 mi 5.8
Garrett Morgan School of Engineering & Innovation Cleveland 0.3 mi 3.1
Garrett Morgan School of Leadership and Innovation Cleveland 0.3 mi 3.2
Orchard School Cleveland 0.5 mi 3.4
ST IGNATIUS HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland 0.4 mi 5.0
URBAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Cleveland 0.6 mi 6.9
Waverly Elementary School Cleveland 0.5 mi 3.2
METRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cleveland 0.6 mi 7.0
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School Cleveland 0.6 mi 7.7
Menlo Park Academy Cleveland 0.8 mi 8.3
Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.7
Walton School Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.1
Lincoln Park Academy Cleveland 1.2 mi 6.5
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Cleveland 0.9 mi 7.6
West Cleveland Drop Back In dba Frederick Douglass High Scho Cleveland 1.2 mi 2.9
Max S Hayes High School Cleveland 1.2 mi 4.2
Clark School Cleveland 1.1 mi 6.4
ST ROCCO SCHOOL Cleveland 1.3 mi 8.2
Scranton School Cleveland 1.2 mi 4.4
Lincoln West School Of Global Studies Cleveland 1.4 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44113 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,140

Median Home Value

$295,400

Median Rent

$1,374/mo

Population

19,619

College Educated

53.9%

Homeownership

25.5%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

32.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph M Gallagher School

What grades does Joseph M Gallagher School serve?

Joseph M Gallagher School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Joseph M Gallagher School?

Joseph M Gallagher School has an enrollment of approximately 632 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph M Gallagher School?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph M Gallagher School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Joseph M Gallagher School rank in OH?

Joseph M Gallagher School ranks #2,312 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Joseph M Gallagher School's MySchoolScout rating?

Joseph M Gallagher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Joseph M Gallagher School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph M Gallagher School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Joseph M Gallagher School a charter school?

No, Joseph M Gallagher School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Joseph M Gallagher School a Title I school?

No, Joseph M Gallagher School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
90 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.0%

District

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

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