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#3316 of 3,441 schools in OH

Wade Park

School · Cleveland Municipal

7600 Wade Park Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103

Enrollment

401

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Pre-K – 9th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,316 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#127 of 152

public schools

In district

#84 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

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Wade Park

3.2/10

School in Cleveland · grades Pre-K – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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3.3/10

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About Wade Park

Wade Park is a public school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Wade Park serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wade Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,316 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Wade Park show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

82% of students at Wade Park 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-35.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism82%

Wade Park — Students at Wade Park score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.1% (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
60%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
7.2%
ELA
17.5%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Wade Park Compares

See how Wade Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
4th percentile in OH
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
82.0%

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

7600 Wade Park Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wade Park may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mary B Martin School (rated 4.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Daniel E Morgan School (rated 3.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Mary B Martin School Cleveland 0.6 mi 4.4
Daniel E Morgan School Cleveland 0.5 mi 3.3
Willson School Cleveland 0.7 mi 4.5
ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Cleveland 0.9 mi 7.1
Stonebrook-White Montessori Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.2
Horizon Science Academy-Cleveland Middle School Cleveland 1.2 mi 4.1
ST ADALBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cleveland 1.4 mi 6.6
Horizon Science Acad Cleveland Cleveland 1.3 mi 4.1
George Washington Carver Cleveland 1.5 mi 5.1
Bolton Cleveland 1.6 mi 4.5
East Preparatory Academy Cleveland 1.4 mi 5.0
Cleveland School of Architecture & Design Cleveland 1.5 mi 6.2
University of Cleveland Preparatory School Cleveland 1.4 mi 3.9
Cleveland Early College High Cleveland 1.5 mi 6.5
Cleveland School of Science & Medicine Cleveland 1.5 mi 8.2
Cleveland Academy for Scholarship Technology and Leadership Cleveland 1.5 mi 3.3
East Technical High School Cleveland 1.8 mi 3.8
Alfred Benesch Cleveland 1.8 mi 4.6
Dike School of Arts Cleveland 1.9 mi 3.1
Cleveland School Of The Arts High School Cleveland 1.6 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$24,219

Median Home Value

$57,600

Median Rent

$720/mo

Population

13,776

College Educated

11.7%

Homeownership

32.3%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

41.7%

Median Age

40.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Daniel E Morgan School Cleveland, OH 3.3
Harvey Rice Elementary School Cleveland, OH 3.3
Reynolds Elementary School Toledo, OH 3.3
Anton Grdina Cleveland, OH 3.4
Franklin D. Roosevelt Cleveland, OH 3.6
Glenville High School Cleveland, OH 3.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wade Park

What grades does Wade Park serve?

Wade Park serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.

How many students attend Wade Park?

Wade Park has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wade Park?

The student-teacher ratio at Wade Park 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 Wade Park rank in OH?

Wade Park ranks #3,316 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Wade Park's MySchoolScout rating?

Wade Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Wade Park?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wade Park has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wade Park a charter school?

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

Is Wade Park a Title I school?

No, Wade Park is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
82.0%

District

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

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