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Walton School

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

3409 Walton Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113

Enrollment

213

Student-Teacher

21.3:1

Score

3.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,344 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#133 of 152

public schools

In district

#89 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

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Walton School

3.1/10

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

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2.9/10

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About Walton School

Walton School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Walton School serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Walton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,344 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Walton School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Walton School runs 21.3:1 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.

77% of students at Walton 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 Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-36.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism77%

Walton School — Students at Walton School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.9% (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
34%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
8.9%
ELA
13.1%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Walton School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.1/10
3th percentile in OH
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
77.0%

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

3409 Walton Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walton School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Menlo Park Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROCCO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paul L Dunbar Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
West Cleveland Drop Back In dba Frederick Douglass High Scho Cleveland 0.2 mi 2.9
ST ROCCO SCHOOL Cleveland 0.3 mi 8.2
Lincoln West School Of Global Studies Cleveland 0.3 mi 5.4
Lincoln West School of Science & Health Cleveland 0.3 mi 6.2
Lincoln Park Academy Cleveland 0.5 mi 6.5
THE BRIDGE AVENUE SCHOOL Cleveland 0.7 mi
Scranton School Cleveland 0.6 mi 4.4
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School Cleveland 0.7 mi 7.7
Luis Munoz Marin School Cleveland 0.6 mi 5.1
Orchard School Cleveland 0.7 mi 3.4
Buhrer Cleveland 0.6 mi 6.1
Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy Cleveland 0.6 mi 5.7
ST IGNATIUS HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland 0.9 mi 5.0
Menlo Park Academy Cleveland 0.8 mi 8.3
URBAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Cleveland 0.9 mi 6.9
Near West Intergenerational School Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.8
Joseph M Gallagher School Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.5
Denison Cleveland 1.3 mi 4.6
Tremont Montessori School Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.9
METRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cleveland 1.1 mi 7.0

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Horizon Science Academy-Dayton Dayton, OH 3.1
East Franklin Elementary School Columbus, OH 3.0
Lockland Elementary School Lockland, OH 3.0
Constellation Schools: Eastside Arts Academy Cleveland, OH 3.3
Moler Elementary School Columbus, OH 3.3
Legacy Academy of Excellence Columbus, OH 2.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walton School

What grades does Walton School serve?

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

How many students attend Walton School?

Walton School has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walton School?

The student-teacher ratio at Walton School is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walton School rank in OH?

Walton School ranks #3,344 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Walton School's MySchoolScout rating?

Walton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Walton School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walton School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Walton School a charter school?

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

Is Walton School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
77.0%

District

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

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