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#2939 of 3,441 schools in OH

Scranton School

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

1991 Barber Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

20.6:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,939 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#81 of 152

public schools

In district

#55 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

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Scranton School

4.4/10

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

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5.1/10

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About Scranton School

Scranton School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Scranton School serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Scranton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,939 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Scranton School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Scranton School runs 20.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

58% of students at Scranton 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 Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism58.1%

Scranton School — Students at Scranton School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.2% (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
44%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
16%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
16%
2022
Math
23.8%
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: 5.0/10.

How Scranton School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in OH
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.1%

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

1991 Barber Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scranton School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Menlo Park Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROCCO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paul L Dunbar Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Luis Munoz Marin School Cleveland 0.3 mi 5.1
Buhrer Cleveland 0.5 mi 6.1
Tremont Montessori School Cleveland 0.5 mi 3.9
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School Cleveland 0.6 mi 7.7
Lincoln West School Of Global Studies Cleveland 0.7 mi 5.4
Lincoln West School of Science & Health Cleveland 0.7 mi 6.2
Walton School Cleveland 0.6 mi 3.1
Northeast Ohio College Preparatory School Cleveland 0.6 mi 4.3
West Cleveland Drop Back In dba Frederick Douglass High Scho Cleveland 0.7 mi 2.9
ST ROCCO SCHOOL Cleveland 0.8 mi 8.2
ST IGNATIUS HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland 0.8 mi 5.0
Orchard School Cleveland 1.0 mi 3.4
Lincoln Park Academy Cleveland 1.0 mi 6.5
THE BRIDGE AVENUE SCHOOL Cleveland 1.2 mi
Near West Intergenerational School Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.8
Joseph M Gallagher School Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.5
Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.7
Horizon Science Academy-Denison Middle School Cleveland 1.6 mi 4.7
Denison Cleveland 1.7 mi 4.6
Menlo Park Academy Cleveland 1.3 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44113 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,140

Median Home Value

$295,400

Median Rent

$1,374/mo

Population

19,619

College Educated

53.9%

Homeownership

25.5%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

32.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scranton School

What grades does Scranton School serve?

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

How many students attend Scranton School?

Scranton School has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scranton School?

The student-teacher ratio at Scranton School is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scranton School rank in OH?

Scranton School ranks #2,939 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Scranton School's MySchoolScout rating?

Scranton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Scranton School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scranton School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Scranton School a charter school?

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

Is Scranton School a Title I school?

No, Scranton School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.1%

District

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

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