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Mary M Bethune

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

11815 Moulton Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106

Enrollment

247

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,102 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#31 of 152

public schools

In district

#16 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Mary M Bethune

5.8/10

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

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About Mary M Bethune

Mary M Bethune is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Mary M Bethune serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary M Bethune has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,102 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Mary M Bethune show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Mary M Bethune 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.

84% of students at Mary M Bethune 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 Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-33.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism83.8%

Mary M Bethune — Students at Mary M Bethune score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.5% (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
19%
ELA
34%
2010
Math
30%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
19.4%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Mary M Bethune Compares

See how Mary M Bethune performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in OH
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
83.8%

Location

11815 Moulton Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mary M Bethune may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Superior School for the Performing Arts (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby East Cleveland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roxboro Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cleveland Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLEVELAND MONTESSORI (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Stephanie Tubbs Jones Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.8
CLEVELAND MONTESSORI Cleveland 0.9 mi 6.7
Superior School for the Performing Arts East Cleveland 0.8 mi 8.1
Franklin D. Roosevelt Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.6
Citizens Leadership Academy East Cleveland 1.2 mi 1.9
Glenville High School Cleveland 1.3 mi 3.6
Cleveland School Of The Arts High School Cleveland 1.3 mi 5.5
SS AGATHA - ALOYSIUS SCHOOL Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.4
Cleveland Early College High Cleveland 1.4 mi 6.5
Cleveland School of Science & Medicine Cleveland 1.4 mi 8.2
Cleveland School of Architecture & Design Cleveland 1.4 mi 6.2
Daniel E Morgan School Cleveland 1.2 mi 3.3
Mayfair Elementary School East Cleveland 1.3 mi 5.3
Stonebrook-White Montessori Cleveland 1.3 mi 5.2
Willson School Cleveland 1.3 mi 4.5
W.H. Kirk Middle School East Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.3
Roxboro Middle School Cleveland Heights 1.9 mi 5.9
Mary B Martin School Cleveland 1.6 mi 4.4
Roxboro Elementary School Cleveland Heights 2.0 mi 7.4
Bolton Cleveland 2.0 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,869

Median Home Value

$241,600

Median Rent

$1,024/mo

Population

24,704

College Educated

47.4%

Homeownership

25.7%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

28.2%

Median Age

30.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mary M Bethune

What grades does Mary M Bethune serve?

Mary M Bethune serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Mary M Bethune?

Mary M Bethune has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary M Bethune?

The student-teacher ratio at Mary M Bethune is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mary M Bethune rank in OH?

Mary M Bethune ranks #2,102 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Mary M Bethune's MySchoolScout rating?

Mary M Bethune has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Mary M Bethune?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary M Bethune has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mary M Bethune a charter school?

No, Mary M Bethune is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mary M Bethune a Title I school?

No, Mary M Bethune is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
83.8%

District

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

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