Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Andrew J Rickoff 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 is 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Andrew J Rickoff serves the east part of Cleveland, OH, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andrew J Rickoff's student population of 391 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andrew J Rickoff ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrew J Rickoff is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3007 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
65%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 Andrew J Rickoff's ranking?
Andrew J Rickoff is ranked #3007 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Andrew J Rickoff often compared to?
Andrew J Rickoffis often viewed alongside schools like Adrian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Andrew J Rickoff?
391 students attend Andrew J Rickoff.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Andrew J Rickoff students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrew J Rickoff?
Andrew J Rickoff has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Andrew J Rickoff offer ?
Andrew J Rickoff offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Andrew J Rickoff part of?
Andrew J Rickoff is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Andrew J Rickoff located?
Andrew J Rickoff is located in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Mount Pleasant.
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