Serving 214 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alfred Benesch ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤5% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 10-14% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#3142 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
65%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)93%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred Benesch's ranking?
Alfred Benesch is ranked #3142 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Alfred Benesch?
214 students attend Alfred Benesch.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Alfred Benesch students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alfred Benesch?
Alfred Benesch has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alfred Benesch offer ?
Alfred Benesch offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred Benesch part of?
Alfred Benesch is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Alfred Benesch located?
Alfred Benesch is located in the Central neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 8 other public schools located in Central.
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