Very Good

#289 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 40% of private schools

Metro Catholic School

Elementary School

1910 W 54TH ST, Cleveland, OH 44102

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

444

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

444

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#289 of 713

In Cleveland

#12 of 25

public schools

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About Metro Catholic School

Metro Catholic School is a private elementary school in Cleveland, OH. Metro Catholic School serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Metro Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Metro Catholic School show 14% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools

7.0

This school 7.0 · Very Good
OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Metro Catholic School 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.

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How Metro Catholic School compares to 120 public schools serving similar grades in Cleveland, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.9:1

This School

19.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

444

This School

342

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.0

This School

4.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 45.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 24.8% vs 0%

Black 16.4% vs 0%

Asian 1.8% vs 0%

Metro Catholic School Cleveland Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Metro Catholic School (this school)	—	444	12.9:1	7.0
Waverly Elementary School	0.2 mi	317	18.6:1	3.2
Menlo Park Academy	0.5 mi	399	16:1	8.3
Orchard School	0.5 mi	497	17.8:1	3.4
Clark School	0.6 mi	627	19.6:1	6.4
Joseph M Gallagher School	0.6 mi	632	14.7:1	5.5
Near West Intergenerational School	0.7 mi	213	19.4:1	5.8
Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy	0.8 mi	801	21.6:1	5.7
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Elementary	0.9 mi	119	59.5:1	4.5
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Middle	0.9 mi	38	—:1	4.3
Lincoln Park Academy	1.0 mi	287	15.1:1	6.5
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School	1.0 mi	376	16.3:1	7.7
Halle	1.1 mi	430	16.5:1	3.7
Walton School	1.1 mi	213	21.3:1	3.1
Constellation Schools: Madison Community Elementary	1.2 mi	203	67.7:1	1.8
Village Preparatory School Willard	1.4 mi	491	19.6:1	6.3
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School	1.4 mi	359	16.3:1	3.8
Lincoln West School Of Global Studies	1.4 mi	306	13.3:1	5.4
Scranton School	1.5 mi	453	20.6:1	4.4
Luis Munoz Marin School	1.6 mi	461	16.5:1	5.1
Louisa May Alcott Elementary School	1.7 mi	177	14.8:1	4.8

Showing 20 of 120 schools. View all schools in Cleveland

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B 6.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.9:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.0 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,066.4

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 69%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 444

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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)

Math Proficiency 14.4% (2019 OST)

School

State

34.4% (2019 OST)

ELA Proficiency 23.9% (2019 OST)

School

State

46.1% (2019 OST)

Based on 14 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 45.3%

Hispanic 24.8%

Black 16.4%

Two or More 11.7%

Asian 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1910 W 54TH ST, Cleveland, OH 44102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Metro Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Menlo Park Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paul L Dunbar Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Waverly Elementary School Cleveland	0.2 mi	317	3.2
URBAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Cleveland	0.2 mi	556	6.9
Menlo Park Academy Cleveland	0.5 mi	399	8.3
Garrett Morgan School of Engineering & Innovation Cleveland	0.6 mi	421	3.1
Garrett Morgan School of Leadership and Innovation Cleveland	0.6 mi	431	3.2
Clark School Cleveland	0.6 mi	627	6.4
Max S Hayes High School Cleveland	0.6 mi	611	4.2
Orchard School Cleveland	0.5 mi	497	3.4
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Cleveland	0.6 mi	180	7.6
Joseph M Gallagher School Cleveland	0.6 mi	632	5.5
Near West Intergenerational School Cleveland	0.7 mi	213	5.8
Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy Cleveland	0.8 mi	801	5.7
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Elementary Cleveland	0.9 mi	119	4.5
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Middle Cleveland	0.9 mi	38	4.3
Lincoln Park Academy Cleveland	1.0 mi	287	6.5
ST IGNATIUS HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland	0.9 mi	1,492	5.0
Halle Cleveland	1.1 mi	430	3.7
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School Cleveland	1.0 mi	376	7.7
West Cleveland Drop Back In dba Frederick Douglass High Scho Cleveland	1.2 mi	492	2.9
Walton School Cleveland	1.1 mi	213	3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,303

Median Home Value

$99,300

Median Rent

$911/mo

Population

40,178

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

35.1%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

32.9%

Median Age

35.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Adrian Elementary School South Euclid, OH	271	7.0
Alliance Elementary School at Rockhill Alliance, OH	378	7.0
Apex Academy Cleveland, OH	472	7.0
Bauer Elementary School Dayton, OH	368	7.0
Brook Intermediate School Byesville, OH	341	7.0
Brookside Intermediate School Sheffield Village, OH	425	7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Metro Catholic School

What grades does Metro Catholic School serve?

Metro Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Metro Catholic School?

Metro Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Metro Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Metro Catholic School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Metro Catholic School rank in OH?

Metro Catholic School ranks #289 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Metro Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Metro Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Metro Catholic School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Metro Catholic School has 14% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is Metro Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Metro Catholic School 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 Metro Catholic School a religious school?

Metro Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 71 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 55 Good Transit
Bike Score: 71 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 444
Gender Split: 57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 34
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 172 days
Setting: Large City
County: Cuyahoga County
Phone: (216) 281-4044

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