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#523 of 713 private schools in OH

St John Nottingham Lutheran School

Elementary School

1027 E 176TH ST, Cleveland, OH 44119

Private

Enrollment

141

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#523 of 713

In Cleveland

#21 of 25

public schools

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St John Nottingham Lutheran School

5.6/10

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

Lakeshore Intergenerational School

2.5/10

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2.9/10

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About St John Nottingham Lutheran School

St John Nottingham Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Cleveland, OH. St John Nottingham Lutheran School serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Nottingham Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #523 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares1.1 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 141 students, St John Nottingham Lutheran School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

St John Nottingham Lutheran 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St John Nottingham Lutheran School compares to 120 public schools serving similar grades in Cleveland, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
This School
vs
19.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
141
This School
vs
342
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
4.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 95.7% vs 0%
White 1.4% vs 0%
St John Nottingham Lutheran School Cleveland Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St John Nottingham Lutheran School (this school) 5.6
Lakeshore Intergenerational School 2.5
Oliver Hazard Perry Elementary School 2.9
Bella Academy of Excellence 5.5
Hannah Gibbons-Nottingham Elementary School 5.3
Memorial School 5.7
East Academy 5.8
Euclid Park Elementary School 5.4
East Clark 5.3
Collinwood High School 4.3
Lake Erie College Preparatory School 3.8
Kenneth W Clement 4.3
Apex Academy 7.0
Citizens Leadership Academy East 1.9
Glenville High School 3.6
Stephanie Tubbs Jones 4.8
Franklin D. Roosevelt 3.6
Memorial Junior High School 5.0
Mary M Bethune 5.8
Stonebrook-White Montessori 5.2
Millridge Elementary School 8.8

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,169.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 8%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 141
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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

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 95.7%
Two or More 2.8%
White 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1027 E 176TH ST, Cleveland, OH 44119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John Nottingham Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chardon Hills Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Euclid), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Euclid), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Euclid Preparatory School (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Euclid), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakeshore Intergenerational School Cleveland 0.4 mi 2.5
Oliver Hazard Perry Elementary School Cleveland 0.6 mi 2.9
Hannah Gibbons-Nottingham Elementary School Cleveland 0.8 mi 5.3
Bella Academy of Excellence Cleveland 0.6 mi 5.5
Noble Academy-Cleveland Euclid 0.9 mi 4.0
Ginn Academy Cleveland 1.2 mi 4.1
ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.7
Memorial School Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.7
Arbor Elementary School Euclid 1.3 mi 4.8
Euclid Park Elementary School Cleveland 1.8 mi 5.4
East Academy Cleveland 1.8 mi 5.8
OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SCHOOL Euclid 1.8 mi 6.3
Collinwood High School Cleveland 2.0 mi 4.3
Pinnacle Academy Euclid 1.7 mi 5.3
East Clark Cleveland 2.0 mi 5.3
Euclid High School Euclid 2.0 mi 4.7
Euclid Middle School Euclid 2.0 mi 4.6
Euclid Preparatory School Euclid 1.9 mi 6.2
Lake Erie College Preparatory School Cleveland 2.3 mi 3.8
Chardon Hills Elementary School Euclid 2.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,268

Median Home Value

$109,700

Median Rent

$927/mo

Population

13,495

College Educated

19.2%

Homeownership

52.5%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

20.7%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St John Nottingham Lutheran School

What grades does St John Nottingham Lutheran School serve?

St John Nottingham Lutheran School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St John Nottingham Lutheran School?

St John Nottingham Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Nottingham Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at St John Nottingham Lutheran School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St John Nottingham Lutheran School rank in OH?

St John Nottingham Lutheran School ranks #523 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is St John Nottingham Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

St John Nottingham Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St John Nottingham Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, St John Nottingham Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St John Nottingham Lutheran School a religious school?

St John Nottingham Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
141
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County

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