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Marion-sterling Elementary School

School · Cleveland Municipal

3033 Central Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115

Enrollment

258

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 9th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,437 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#45 of 152

public schools

In district

#27 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Marion-sterling Elementary School

5.3/10

School in Cleveland · grades Pre-K – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Marion-sterling Elementary School

Marion-sterling Elementary School is a public school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Marion-sterling Elementary School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Marion-sterling Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,437 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Marion-sterling Elementary School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Marion-sterling Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

61% of students at Marion-sterling 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-30.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism60.9%

Marion-sterling Elementary School — Students at Marion-sterling Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.7% (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
14%
ELA
31%
2010
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
11.6%
ELA
22.2%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Marion-sterling Elementary School Compares

See how Marion-sterling Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in OH
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.9%

Location

3033 Central Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marion-sterling Elementary School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Broadway Academy (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cleveland High School for the Digital Arts (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Stepstone Academy Cleveland 0.2 mi 4.0
Invictus High School Cleveland 0.3 mi 2.9
Phoenix Village Academy Primary 2 dba Wings Academy 1 Cleveland 0.4 mi 4.2
Campus International High School Cleveland 0.5 mi 5.1
Cleveland Academy for Scholarship Technology and Leadership Cleveland 0.5 mi 3.3
University of Cleveland Preparatory School Cleveland 0.7 mi 3.9
Campus International School Cleveland 0.8 mi 6.5
George Washington Carver Cleveland 0.7 mi 5.1
Alfred Benesch Cleveland 0.8 mi 4.6
East Technical High School Cleveland 0.9 mi 3.8
Village Preparatory School Cliffs Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.4
East Preparatory Academy Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.0
Dike School of Arts Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.1
Promise Academy Cleveland 1.1 mi 1.9
Cleveland High School for the Digital Arts Cleveland 1.3 mi 7.1
Davis Aerospace & Maritime High School Cleveland 1.3 mi 4.5
Broadway Academy Cleveland 1.6 mi 7.2
Northeast Ohio College Preparatory School Cleveland 1.6 mi 4.3
Tremont Montessori School Cleveland 1.7 mi 3.9
ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Cleveland 2.0 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$21,293

Median Home Value

$151,300

Median Rent

$850/mo

Population

10,389

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

8.3%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

53.6%

Median Age

26.4

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Westwood Preparatory Academy Columbus, OH 5.7
Special Education Center Columbus, OH 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marion-sterling Elementary School

What grades does Marion-sterling Elementary School serve?

Marion-sterling Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.

How many students attend Marion-sterling Elementary School?

Marion-sterling Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Marion-sterling Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marion-sterling Elementary School rank in OH?

Marion-sterling Elementary School ranks #2,437 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Marion-sterling Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marion-sterling Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Marion-sterling Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marion-sterling Elementary School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Marion-sterling Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Marion-sterling Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Marion-sterling Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.9%

District

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

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