Below Average
#2977 of 3,441 schools in OH
W.h. Kirk Middle School
Middle School · East Cleveland City School District
14410 Terrace Rd, East Cleveland, OH 44112
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,977 of 3,441
In East Cleveland
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
East Cleveland City School District
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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W.h. Kirk Middle School
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About W.h. Kirk Middle School
W.h. Kirk Middle School is a public middle school in East Cleveland, OH, part of East Cleveland City School District. W.h.
Kirk Middle School serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. W.h. Kirk Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,977 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for W.h. Kirk Middle School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
83% of students at W.h. Kirk Middle 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
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W.h. Kirk Middle School — Students at W.h. Kirk Middle School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.3/10.
How W.h. Kirk Middle School Compares
See how W.h. Kirk Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14410 Terrace Rd, East Cleveland, OH 44112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W.h. Kirk Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Superior School for the Performing Arts (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boulevard Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cleveland Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Apex Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Cleveland, see our East Cleveland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Prospect Academy East Cleveland | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Mayfair Elementary School East Cleveland | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Shaw High School East Cleveland | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Superior School for the Performing Arts East Cleveland | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Caledonia Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Apex Academy Cleveland | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Kenneth W Clement Cleveland | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| CHAVIVA HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Citizens Leadership Academy East Cleveland | 1.1 mi | 1.9 |
| Boulevard Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Lake Erie College Preparatory School Cleveland | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Collinwood High School Cleveland | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Stephanie Tubbs Jones Cleveland | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Mary M Bethune Cleveland | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| East Clark Cleveland | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CLEVELAND MONTESSORI Cleveland | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL EAST Cleveland Heights | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| East Academy Cleveland | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| COMMUNION OF SAINTS SCHOOL Cleveland Heights | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Monticello Middle School Cleveland Heights | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,957
Median Home Value
$77,200
Median Rent
$802/mo
Population
18,493
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
42.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
36.4%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Western Reserve Middle School Collins, OH | 4.3 |
| Meigs Middle School Pomeroy, OH | 4.4 |
| Clarendon Intermediate School Canton, OH | 4.1 |
| Gibsonburg Middle School Gibsonburg, OH | 4.5 |
| Nelsonville-York Junior High School Nelsonville, OH | 4.1 |
| Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School Columbus, OH | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W.h. Kirk Middle School
What grades does W.h. Kirk Middle School serve?
W.h. Kirk Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend W.h. Kirk Middle School?
W.h. Kirk Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W.h. Kirk Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at W.h. Kirk Middle School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W.h. Kirk Middle School rank in OH?
W.h. Kirk Middle School ranks #2,977 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is W.h. Kirk Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
W.h. Kirk Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 W.h. Kirk Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W.h. Kirk Middle School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is W.h. Kirk Middle School a charter school?
No, W.h. Kirk Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W.h. Kirk Middle School a Title I school?
No, W.h. Kirk Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 82.6%
- Phone
- (216) 268-6610
Resources & Links
District
East Cleveland City School District- District Enrollment
- 1,205
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,509
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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