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Memorial Junior High School

Middle School · South Euclid-Lyndhurst City

1250 Professor Rd, Cleveland, OH 44124

Enrollment

481

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.0

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,642 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#56 of 152

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

South Euclid-Lyndhurst City

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Memorial Junior High School

5.0/10

Middle School in Cleveland · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.1/10

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About Memorial Junior High School

Memorial Junior High School is a public middle school in Cleveland, OH, part of South Euclid-Lyndhurst City. Memorial Junior High School serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,642 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Memorial Junior High School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Memorial Junior High 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 Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,743
Chronic Absenteeism38.3%

Memorial Junior High School — Students at Memorial Junior High School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (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
55%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
24.4%
ELA
46.6%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Memorial Junior High School Compares

See how Memorial Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
23th percentile in OH
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1250 Professor Rd, Cleveland, OH 44124

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Memorial Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Greenview Upper Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby South Euclid), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Richmond Heights Middle School (rated 3.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Richmond Heights), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Brush High School Lyndhurst 0.3 mi 4.1
JULIE BILLIART SCHOOL Lyndhurst 0.8 mi 8.8
Greenview Upper Elementary School South Euclid 1.1 mi 5.5
Adrian Elementary School South Euclid 1.0 mi 7.0
Flex High School Cleveland Richmond Heights 1.2 mi 3.8
Rowland Elementary School South Euclid 1.4 mi 6.0
ST PASCHAL BAYLON SCHOOL Highland Heights 1.4 mi 6.9
Hilltop Elementary School Beachwood 2.0 mi 9.7
YESHIVA DERECH HATORAH Cleveland Heights 1.6 mi 3.9
Sunview Elementary School Lyndhurst 1.8 mi 7.3
Richmond Heights Elementary School Richmond Heights 2.1 mi 4.5
Richmond Heights High School Richmond Heights 2.1 mi 4.9
Richmond Heights Middle School Richmond Heights 2.1 mi 3.2
CORPUS CHRISTI ACADEMY Lyndhurst 1.7 mi 7.2
Noble Elementary School Cleveland Heights 1.7 mi 7.1
Millridge Elementary School Cleveland 1.8 mi 8.8
Gearity Professional Development School University Hts 2.3 mi 5.9
Oxford Elementary School Cleveland Heights 2.0 mi 5.9
Fairmount Early Childhood Center Beachwood 2.7 mi 5.2
YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL OF CLEVELAND Beachwood 2.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,895

Median Home Value

$210,600

Median Rent

$1,132/mo

Population

40,046

College Educated

51.2%

Homeownership

63.9%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Memorial Junior High School

What grades does Memorial Junior High School serve?

Memorial Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Memorial Junior High School?

Memorial Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Junior High School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Memorial Junior High School rank in OH?

Memorial Junior High School ranks #2,642 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Memorial Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Memorial Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Memorial Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial Junior High School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Memorial Junior High School a charter school?

No, Memorial Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Memorial Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Memorial Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Memorial Junior High School?

62.6% of students at Memorial Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.3%

District

South Euclid-Lyndhurst City
District Enrollment
3,198
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,743
District Rank
#5 of 6

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