Very Good
#237 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 33% of private schools
Luther Memorial School
Elementary School
4464 PEARL RD, Cleveland, OH 44109
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#237 of 713
In Cleveland
#10 of 25
public schools
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Luther Memorial School
Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Luther Memorial School
Luther Memorial School is a private elementary school in Cleveland, OH. Luther Memorial School serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Luther Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #237 of 713 private schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Luther Memorial School show 29% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 182 students, Luther Memorial School 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.
Luther Memorial School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Luther Memorial School compares to 120 public schools serving similar grades in Cleveland, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Luther Memorial School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Elementary | 2.5 |
| Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Middle | 2.3 |
| Charles A Mooney School | 6.2 |
| Rhodes School of Environmental Studies | 3.5 |
| William C Bryant Elementary School | 3.8 |
| Cleveland Preparatory Academy | 2.6 |
| William Rainey Harper | 3.8 |
| Benjamin Franklin | 3.1 |
| Denison | 4.6 |
| Horizon Science Academy-Denison Middle School | 4.7 |
| Lincoln Park Academy | 6.5 |
| Lincoln West School Of Global Studies | 5.4 |
| Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy | 5.7 |
| Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Elementary | 4.5 |
| Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Middle | 4.3 |
| Buhrer | 6.1 |
| Walton School | 3.1 |
| Luis Munoz Marin School | 5.1 |
| Menlo Park Academy | 8.3 |
| Halle | 3.7 |
Showing 20 of 120 schools. View all schools in Cleveland
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OH.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in OH
Test Scores OH OST (2018-19)
Based on 14 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4464 PEARL RD, Cleveland, OH 44109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Luther Memorial School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Global Village Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Parma), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST MARY BYZANTINE SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Currie Elementary School Cortland, OH | 7.3 |
| Douglas MacArthur Cleveland, OH | 7.3 |
| Global Village Academy Parma, OH | 7.3 |
| Miller Avenue Elementary School Sugarcreek, OH | 7.3 |
| Rio Grande Elementary School Rio Grande, OH | 7.3 |
| ST ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY AND JR. HIGH SCH Bowling Green, OH | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Luther Memorial School
What grades does Luther Memorial School serve?
Luther Memorial School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Luther Memorial School?
Luther Memorial School has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Luther Memorial School?
The student-teacher ratio at Luther Memorial School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Luther Memorial School rank in OH?
Luther Memorial School ranks #237 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Luther Memorial School's MySchoolScout rating?
Luther Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Luther Memorial School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Luther Memorial School has 29% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
Is Luther Memorial School a private school?
Yes, Luther Memorial School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Luther Memorial School a religious school?
Luther Memorial School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Phone
- (216) 749-5300
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