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#2889 of 3,441 schools in OH

Newton D Baker School

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

3690 W 159th St, Cleveland, OH 44111

Enrollment

332

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,889 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#75 of 152

public schools

In district

#50 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Newton D Baker School

4.5/10

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

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7.4/10

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About Newton D Baker School

Newton D Baker School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Newton D Baker School serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Newton D Baker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,889 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Newton D Baker School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

59% of students at Newton D Baker 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism58.7%

Newton D Baker School — Students at Newton D Baker School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (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
74%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
26.7%
ELA
28.3%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Newton D Baker School Compares

See how Newton D Baker School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in OH
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.7%

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

3690 W 159th St, Cleveland, OH 44111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Newton D Baker School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hayes Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Elementary Cleveland 0.1 mi 7.4
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Middle Cleveland 0.1 mi 3.9
OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Cleveland 0.3 mi 6.8
ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Cleveland 0.5 mi 6.8
Valley View Elementary School Cleveland 0.9 mi 4.8
ST MARK SCHOOL Cleveland 1.0 mi 5.1
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cleveland 1.1 mi 7.5
Orchard Park Academy Cleveland 1.0 mi 6.7
Hayes Elementary School Lakewood 1.2 mi 8.9
Riverside School Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.9
Garfield Elementary School Cleveland 1.0 mi 4.0
John Marshall School of Information Technology Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.8
John Marshall School of Business and Civic Leadership Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.7
John Marshall School of Engineering Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.0
Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Elementary Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.2
Constellation Schools: Puritas Community Middle Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.7
Harding Middle School Lakewood 1.7 mi 9.3
Robinson G Jones Elementary School Cleveland 1.7 mi 4.8
Roosevelt Elementary School Lakewood 1.7 mi 9.3
Artemus Ward Cleveland 1.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,790

Median Home Value

$130,000

Median Rent

$938/mo

Population

39,950

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

21.1%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Newton D Baker School

What grades does Newton D Baker School serve?

Newton D Baker School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Newton D Baker School?

Newton D Baker School has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Newton D Baker School?

The student-teacher ratio at Newton D Baker School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Newton D Baker School rank in OH?

Newton D Baker School ranks #2,889 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Newton D Baker School's MySchoolScout rating?

Newton D Baker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Newton D Baker School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Newton D Baker School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Newton D Baker School a charter school?

No, Newton D Baker School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Newton D Baker School a Title I school?

No, Newton D Baker School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.7%

District

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

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