Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-9, Anton Grdina 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anton Grdina ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anton Grdina's student population of 294 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Anton Grdina ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anton Grdina is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3182 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
94%
17%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anton Grdina's ranking?
Anton Grdina is ranked #3182 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Anton Grdina often compared to?
Anton Grdinais often viewed alongside schools like East Academy, East Clark by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Anton Grdina?
294 students attend Anton Grdina.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Anton Grdina students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anton Grdina?
Anton Grdina has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anton Grdina offer ?
Anton Grdina offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anton Grdina part of?
Anton Grdina is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Anton Grdina located?
Anton Grdina is located in the Kinsman neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Kinsman.
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