Average
#326 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 46% of private schools
Urban Community School
Elementary School
4909 LORAIN AVE, Cleveland, OH 44102
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#326 of 713
In Cleveland
#14 of 25
public schools
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Urban Community School
Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Urban Community School
Urban Community School is a private elementary school in Cleveland, OH. Urban Community School serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Urban Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #326 of 713 private schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Urban Community School show 44% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Urban Community 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
BetaHow Urban Community School compares to 120 public schools serving similar grades in Cleveland, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Urban Community School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Menlo Park Academy | 8.3 |
| Orchard School | 3.4 |
| Waverly Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Joseph M Gallagher School | 5.5 |
| Clark School | 6.4 |
| Near West Intergenerational School | 5.8 |
| Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy | 5.7 |
| Lincoln Park Academy | 6.5 |
| Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Elementary | 4.5 |
| Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Middle | 4.3 |
| Paul L Dunbar Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Walton School | 3.1 |
| Halle | 3.7 |
| Lincoln West School Of Global Studies | 5.4 |
| Scranton School | 4.4 |
| Constellation Schools: Madison Community Elementary | 1.8 |
| Luis Munoz Marin School | 5.1 |
| Village Preparatory School Willard | 6.3 |
| Buhrer | 6.1 |
| Marion C Seltzer Elementary School | 3.8 |
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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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 OH OST (2018-19)
Based on 14 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4909 LORAIN AVE, Cleveland, OH 44102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Urban Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Menlo Park Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROCCO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paul L Dunbar Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,303
Median Home Value
$99,300
Median Rent
$911/mo
Population
40,178
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
35.1%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
32.9%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brantwood Elementary School Dayton, OH | 6.9 |
| Bremen Elementary School Bremen, OH | 6.9 |
| Britton Elementary School Hilliard, OH | 6.9 |
| Case Community Learning Center Akron, OH | 6.9 |
| Claymont Intermediate School Dennison, OH | 6.9 |
| Clyde Elementary School Clyde, OH | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Urban Community School
What grades does Urban Community School serve?
Urban Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Urban Community School?
Urban Community School has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Urban Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Urban Community School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Urban Community School rank in OH?
Urban Community School ranks #326 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Urban Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Urban Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Urban Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Urban Community School has 44% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
Is Urban Community School a private school?
Yes, Urban Community School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Urban Community School a religious school?
Urban Community School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 556
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Phone
- (216) 939-8330
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