Skip to main content

Below Average

#2971 of 3,441 schools in OH

Nathan Hale School

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

3588 Martin Luther King Dr, Cleveland, OH 44105

Enrollment

394

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,971 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#87 of 152

public schools

In district

#59 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Nathan Hale School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Nathan Hale School

4.3/10

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

John Adams College & Career Academy

6.2/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Cleveland Metro Remote School K-12

3.5/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Nathan Hale School

Nathan Hale School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Nathan Hale School serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Nathan Hale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,971 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Nathan Hale School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

77% of students at Nathan Hale 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 Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency12.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-32.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism77.4%

Nathan Hale School — Students at Nathan Hale School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.3% (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
27%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
29%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
26%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
8%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
12.2%
ELA
17.9%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Nathan Hale School Compares

See how Nathan Hale School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
14th percentile in OH
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
77.4%

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

3588 Martin Luther King Dr, Cleveland, OH 44105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nathan Hale School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Albert Bushnell Hart (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miles School (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Andrew J Rickoff (rated 4.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
John Adams College & Career Academy Cleveland 0.5 mi 6.2
Cleveland Metro Remote School K-12 Cleveland 0.5 mi 3.5
Village Preparatory School Woodland Hills Cleveland 0.8 mi 3.7
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy Cleveland 1.0 mi 3.9
Charles Dickens School Cleveland 0.9 mi 3.8
Miles School Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.2
Southern Cleveland Drop Back Indba Innovative Career Academy Cleveland 1.0 mi 5.4
Miles Park School Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.3
BENEDICTINE HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland 1.4 mi 7.8
CLEVELAND CLINIC LERNER SCHOOL FOR AUTISM Cleveland 1.5 mi 8.6
Cleveland Arts and Social Sciences Academy Cleveland 1.6 mi 3.1
Intergenerational School The Cleveland 1.7 mi 2.8
Harvey Rice Elementary School Cleveland 1.7 mi 3.3
SMART Academy Garfield Heights 1.6 mi 2.7
Andrew J Rickoff Cleveland 1.5 mi 4.5
Warner Girls Leadership Academy Cleveland 1.8 mi 3.1
Sunbeam Cleveland 2.0 mi 3.4
Albert Bushnell Hart Cleveland 1.6 mi 6.2
Robert H Jamison School Cleveland 1.7 mi 4.5
North Shore High School Garfield Heights 2.1 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,294

Median Home Value

$56,400

Median Rent

$888/mo

Population

33,358

College Educated

11.3%

Homeownership

47.5%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

26.7%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Avalon Elementary School Columbus, OH 4.3
Greenwood Elementary School Toledo, OH 4.3
Hamilton STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus, OH 4.3
Miles Park School Cleveland, OH 4.3
Palm Elementary School Lorain, OH 4.3
Robinson Elementary School Toledo, OH 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nathan Hale School

What grades does Nathan Hale School serve?

Nathan Hale School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Nathan Hale School?

Nathan Hale School has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nathan Hale School?

The student-teacher ratio at Nathan Hale School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nathan Hale School rank in OH?

Nathan Hale School ranks #2,971 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Nathan Hale School's MySchoolScout rating?

Nathan Hale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Nathan Hale School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nathan Hale School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Nathan Hale School a charter school?

No, Nathan Hale School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Nathan Hale School a Title I school?

No, Nathan Hale School is not currently a Title I school.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
77.4%

District

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

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.