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#3156 of 3,441 schools in OH

Marion C Seltzer Elementary School

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

1468 W 98th St, Cleveland, OH 44102

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,156 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#107 of 152

public schools

In district

#69 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Marion C Seltzer Elementary School

3.8/10

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

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1.8/10

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About Marion C Seltzer Elementary School

Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Marion C Seltzer Elementary School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Marion C Seltzer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,156 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Marion C Seltzer Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Marion C Seltzer Elementary 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 Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-35.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism46.2%

Marion C Seltzer Elementary School — Students at Marion C Seltzer Elementary School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.7% (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
58%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
16%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.8%
ELA
16.2%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Marion C Seltzer Elementary School Compares

See how Marion C Seltzer Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in OH
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.2%

Location

1468 W 98th St, Cleveland, OH 44102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marion C Seltzer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harrison Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, METRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Constellation Schools: Madison Community Elementary Cleveland 0.2 mi 1.8
Louisa May Alcott Elementary School Cleveland 0.4 mi 4.8
Village Preparatory School Willard Cleveland 0.5 mi 6.3
ELEANOR GERSON SCHOOL Cleveland 0.4 mi 6.8
Halle Cleveland 0.9 mi 3.7
Almira Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.2
Northwest School of the Arts Cleveland 0.9 mi 5.6
Lake Erie International High School Cleveland 1.0 mi 2.8
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Cleveland 1.0 mi 7.6
Clark School Cleveland 1.1 mi 6.4
Wilbur Wright School Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.0
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Elementary Cleveland 1.3 mi 4.5
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Middle Cleveland 1.3 mi 4.3
Max S Hayes High School Cleveland 1.2 mi 4.2
Harrison Elementary School Lakewood 1.4 mi 8.8
Mary Church Terrell Cleveland 1.8 mi 4.9
Waverly Elementary School Cleveland 1.4 mi 3.2
METRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cleveland 1.4 mi 7.0
Constellation Schools: Westside Community School of the Arts Cleveland 1.9 mi 2.7
Garfield Middle School Lakewood 1.6 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,303

Median Home Value

$99,300

Median Rent

$911/mo

Population

40,178

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

35.1%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

32.9%

Median Age

35.1

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Charles Dickens School Cleveland, OH 3.8
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Harding Elementary School Youngstown, OH 3.8
Lake Erie College Preparatory School Cleveland, OH 3.8
Roosevelt Elementary School Dayton, OH 3.8
Rosa Parks Elementary School Toledo, OH 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marion C Seltzer Elementary School

What grades does Marion C Seltzer Elementary School serve?

Marion C Seltzer Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Marion C Seltzer Elementary School?

Marion C Seltzer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marion C Seltzer Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marion C Seltzer Elementary School rank in OH?

Marion C Seltzer Elementary School ranks #3,156 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Marion C Seltzer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marion C Seltzer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Marion C Seltzer Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marion C Seltzer Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Marion C Seltzer Elementary School a charter school?

No, Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marion C Seltzer Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.2%

District

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

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