Excellent
#493 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 14% in state
Onaway Elementary School
Elementary School · Shaker Heights City
3115 Woodbury Rd, Shaker Heights, OH 44120
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#493 of 3,441
In Shaker Heights
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Shaker Heights City
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Onaway Elementary School
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About Onaway Elementary School
Onaway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Shaker Heights, OH, part of Shaker Heights City. Onaway Elementary School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Onaway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #493 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Onaway Elementary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Onaway Elementary School — Students at Onaway Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.2%
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: 7.6/10.
How Onaway Elementary School Compares
See how Onaway Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3115 Woodbury Rd, Shaker Heights, OH 44120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Onaway Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUFFING MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Cleveland Heights), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Canterbury Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Cleveland Heights), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fernway Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Shaker Heights, see our Shaker Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodbury Elementary School Shaker Heights | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Shaker Hts High School Shaker Heights | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Boulevard Elementary School Shaker Heights | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Andrew J Rickoff Cleveland | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Fernway Elementary School Shaker Heights | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| RUFFING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cleveland Heights | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Fairfax Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Lomond Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Roxboro Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Roxboro Middle School Cleveland Heights | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| COMMUNION OF SAINTS SCHOOL Cleveland Heights | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Charles Dickens School Cleveland | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Canterbury Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Robert H Jamison School Cleveland | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Southern Cleveland Drop Back Indba Innovative Career Academy Cleveland | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Cleveland Heights High School Cleveland Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Adlai Stevenson School Cleveland | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Citizens Academy Southeast Cleveland | 2.0 mi | 2.3 |
| John F Kennedy High School Cleveland | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,326
Median Home Value
$115,700
Median Rent
$890/mo
Population
34,274
College Educated
37.4%
Homeownership
48%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ada Elementary School Ada, OH | 8.4 |
| Arcanum Elementary School Arcanum, OH | 8.4 |
| Avondale Elementary School Canton, OH | 8.4 |
| Bellville Elementary School Bellville, OH | 8.4 |
| Central Elementary School Lexington, OH | 8.4 |
| Davey Elementary School Kent, OH | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Onaway Elementary School
What grades does Onaway Elementary School serve?
Onaway Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Onaway Elementary School?
Onaway Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Onaway Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Onaway Elementary School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Onaway Elementary School rank in OH?
Onaway Elementary School ranks #493 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Onaway Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Onaway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Onaway Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Onaway Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Onaway Elementary School a charter school?
No, Onaway Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Onaway Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Onaway Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Onaway Elementary School?
23.2% of students at Onaway 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 419
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (216) 295-4080
Resources & Links
District
Shaker Heights City- District Enrollment
- 4,445
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,778
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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