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#522 of 713 private schools in OH
Mater Dei Academy
Elementary School
29840 EUCLID AVE, Wickliffe, OH 44092
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#522 of 713
In Wickliffe
#2 of 3
public schools
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Mater Dei Academy
Elementary School in Wickliffe · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mater Dei Academy
Mater Dei Academy is a private elementary school in Wickliffe, OH. Mater Dei Academy serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mater Dei Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #522 of 713 private schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Mater Dei Academy show 48% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Mater Dei Academy 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 Mater Dei Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Wickliffe, OH
Student Demographics
All Schools in Wickliffe
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mater Dei Academy (this school) | 5.6 |
| Wickliffe Lower School | 6.2 |
| Wickliffe Upper School | 5.3 |
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 12 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
29840 EUCLID AVE, Wickliffe, OH 44092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mater Dei Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Royalview Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Willowick), which scores notably higher. Another option is SS ROBERT & WILLIAM CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Euclid), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edison Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Willoughby), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wickliffe, see our Wickliffe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wickliffe Lower School Wickliffe | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Wickliffe Upper School Wickliffe | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Willowick Middle School Willowick | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Royalview Elementary School Willowick | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ALL SAINTS Wickliffe | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| TELSHE HIGH SCHOOL Wickliffe | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Northern Career Institute Willoughby | 1.5 mi | — |
| WILLOUGHBY MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Willoughby | 1.4 mi | — |
| Edison Elementary School Willoughby | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Euclid Schools Early Learning Village Euclid | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| School of Innovation Willoughby | 2.2 mi | 9.5 |
| SS ROBERT & WILLIAM CATHOLIC SCHOOL Euclid | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Shoreview Elementary School Euclid | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Bluestone Elementary School Euclid | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Eastlake | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Willoughby Middle School Willoughby | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Willoughby-Eastlake Preschool Eastlake | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| North High School Eastlake | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| South High School Willoughby | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Euclid Virtual Learning Academy Euclid | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,907
Median Home Value
$167,100
Median Rent
$1,059/mo
Population
17,476
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chase STEM Academy Toledo, OH | 5.6 |
| Cornerstone Elementary School Wooster, OH | 5.6 |
| Cranbrook Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.6 |
| Crestview Early Childhood Center Convoy, OH | 5.6 |
| Donnelsville Elementary School Donnelsville, OH | 5.6 |
| Hannah Crawford Elementary School PreK-Grade 2 North Robinson, OH | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mater Dei Academy
What grades does Mater Dei Academy serve?
Mater Dei Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mater Dei Academy?
Mater Dei Academy has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mater Dei Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mater Dei Academy is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mater Dei Academy rank in OH?
Mater Dei Academy ranks #522 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Mater Dei Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mater Dei Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Mater Dei Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mater Dei Academy has 48% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
Is Mater Dei Academy a private school?
Yes, Mater Dei Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mater Dei Academy a religious school?
Mater Dei Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 256
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (440) 585-0800
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