Excellent
#666 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 19% in state
Mercer Elementary School
Elementary School · Shaker Heights City
23325 Wimbledon Rd, Shaker Heights, OH 44122
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#666 of 3,441
In Shaker Heights
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Shaker Heights City
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Mercer Elementary School
Mercer Elementary School is a public elementary school in Shaker Heights, OH, part of Shaker Heights City. Mercer Elementary School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Mercer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #666 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Mercer Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Mercer Elementary School — Students at Mercer Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.7/10.
How Mercer Elementary School Compares
See how Mercer Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
23325 Wimbledon Rd, Shaker Heights, OH 44122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mercer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hilltop Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Beachwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSEPH AND FLORENCE MANDEL JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Beachwood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bryden Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Beachwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Shaker Heights, see our Shaker Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAUREL SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Fairmount Early Childhood Center Beachwood | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Beachwood Middle School Beachwood | 0.8 mi | 9.6 |
| Beachwood High School Beachwood | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Bryden Elementary School Beachwood | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Shaker Hts Middle School Shaker Heights | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL OF CLEVELAND Beachwood | 1.1 mi | — |
| Gearity Professional Development School University Hts | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| JOSEPH AND FLORENCE MANDEL JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Beachwood | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Hilltop Elementary School Beachwood | 1.5 mi | 9.7 |
| GESU SCHOOL University Heights | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| HANNA PERKINS SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 1.3 mi | — |
| FUCHS MIZRACHI SCHOOL Beachwood | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| HATHAWAY BROWN SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Luther E Ball (Chjcf) Highland Hills | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| GROSS SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Pepper Pike | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Warrensville Heights Elementary School Cleveland | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Rowland Elementary School South Euclid | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Greenview Upper Elementary School South Euclid | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,469
Median Home Value
$304,300
Median Rent
$1,509/mo
Population
36,960
College Educated
61.9%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brunswick Memorial Elementary School Brunswick, OH | 8.1 |
| Bryden Elementary School Beachwood, OH | 8.1 |
| Chapelfield Elementary School Gahanna, OH | 8.1 |
| Elizabeth Price Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 8.1 |
| Elmhurst Elementary School Toledo, OH | 8.1 |
| General Rosecrans Elementary Sunbury, OH | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mercer Elementary School
What grades does Mercer Elementary School serve?
Mercer Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Mercer Elementary School?
Mercer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercer Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mercer Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mercer Elementary School rank in OH?
Mercer Elementary School ranks #666 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Mercer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mercer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Mercer Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mercer Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mercer Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mercer Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mercer Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mercer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mercer Elementary School?
28.8% of students at Mercer Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.5%
- Phone
- (216) 295-4070
Resources & Links
District
Shaker Heights City- District Enrollment
- 4,445
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,778
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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