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#2782 of 3,441 schools in OH

Whitney M Young

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

17900 Harvard Ave, Cleveland, OH 44128

Enrollment

272

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,782 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#67 of 152

public schools

In district

#43 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Whitney M Young

4.7/10

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

Adlai Stevenson School

5.2/10

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6.2/10

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About Whitney M Young

Whitney M Young is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Whitney M Young serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitney M Young has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,782 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Whitney M Young show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

66% of students at Whitney M Young 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 Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-38.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism65.8%

Whitney M Young — Students at Whitney M Young score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.5% (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
22%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
26%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
26%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
6.1%
ELA
11.3%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Whitney M Young Compares

See how Whitney M Young performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in OH
Academic
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.8%

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

17900 Harvard Ave, Cleveland, OH 44128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whitney M Young may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fernway Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Shaker Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Onaway Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Shaker Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST DOMINIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Shaker Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Adlai Stevenson School Cleveland 0.4 mi 5.2
Lomond Elementary School Shaker Heights 0.8 mi 6.2
T2 Honors Academy Warrensville Heights 1.2 mi 6.2
Citizens Academy Southeast Cleveland 1.0 mi 2.3
ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Shaker Heights 1.2 mi 7.4
John F Kennedy High School Cleveland 1.1 mi 5.0
Fernway Elementary School Shaker Heights 1.5 mi 8.8
Warrensville Heights High School Warrensville Heights 1.2 mi 5.4
Warrensville Heights Middle School Warrensville Heights 1.2 mi 6.9
RAMAH JUNIOR ACADEMY Cleveland 1.5 mi 7.4
Robert H Jamison School Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.5
Warrensville Heights Elementary School Cleveland 1.5 mi 6.8
Shaker Hts High School Shaker Heights 1.9 mi 6.9
Andrew J Rickoff Cleveland 1.7 mi 4.5
HANNA PERKINS SCHOOL Shaker Heights 2.0 mi
Onaway Elementary School Shaker Heights 2.1 mi 8.4
Randall Park High School North Randall 1.9 mi 5.3
Woodbury Elementary School Shaker Heights 2.2 mi 7.5
Shaker Hts Middle School Shaker Heights 2.2 mi 7.4
HATHAWAY BROWN SCHOOL Shaker Heights 2.4 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,615

Median Home Value

$90,200

Median Rent

$957/mo

Population

27,611

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

48.3%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

25.9%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whitney M Young

What grades does Whitney M Young serve?

Whitney M Young serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Whitney M Young?

Whitney M Young has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitney M Young?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitney M Young is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whitney M Young rank in OH?

Whitney M Young ranks #2,782 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Whitney M Young's MySchoolScout rating?

Whitney M Young has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Whitney M Young?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitney M Young has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Whitney M Young a charter school?

No, Whitney M Young is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Whitney M Young a Title I school?

No, Whitney M Young is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
65.8%

District

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

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