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#3317 of 3,441 schools in OH

Waverly Elementary School

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

1422 W 74th St, Cleveland, OH 44102

Enrollment

317

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,317 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#128 of 152

public schools

In district

#85 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

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Waverly Elementary School

3.2/10

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

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About Waverly Elementary School

Waverly Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Waverly Elementary School serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Waverly Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,317 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Waverly Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% 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 6.7

What Parents Should Know

61% of students at Waverly Elementary 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 Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-34.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism61.2%

Waverly Elementary School — Students at Waverly Elementary School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.0% (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
53%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
27%
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
11.5%
ELA
14.3%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Waverly Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.2/10
4th percentile in OH
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
61.2%

Location

1422 W 74th St, Cleveland, OH 44102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waverly Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Menlo Park Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paul L Dunbar Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 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
METRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cleveland 0.2 mi 7.0
URBAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Cleveland 0.4 mi 6.9
Garrett Morgan School of Engineering & Innovation Cleveland 0.4 mi 3.1
Garrett Morgan School of Leadership and Innovation Cleveland 0.4 mi 3.2
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Cleveland 0.5 mi 7.6
Menlo Park Academy Cleveland 0.6 mi 8.3
Joseph M Gallagher School Cleveland 0.5 mi 5.5
Clark School Cleveland 0.7 mi 6.4
Orchard School Cleveland 0.6 mi 3.4
Near West Intergenerational School Cleveland 0.6 mi 5.8
Max S Hayes High School Cleveland 0.8 mi 4.2
Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy Cleveland 1.0 mi 5.7
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Elementary Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.5
Constellation Schools: Stockyard Community Middle Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.3
ST IGNATIUS HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland 0.9 mi 5.0
Lincoln Park Academy Cleveland 1.2 mi 6.5
Halle Cleveland 1.2 mi 3.7
Paul L Dunbar Elementary School Cleveland 1.1 mi 7.7
Walton School Cleveland 1.2 mi 3.1
West Cleveland Drop Back In dba Frederick Douglass High Scho Cleveland 1.3 mi 2.9

Neighborhood 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waverly Elementary School

What grades does Waverly Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Waverly Elementary School?

Waverly Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waverly Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Waverly Elementary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Waverly Elementary School rank in OH?

Waverly Elementary School ranks #3,317 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Waverly Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Waverly Elementary School 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 Waverly Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waverly Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Waverly Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Waverly Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Waverly Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
61.2%

District

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

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