Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Artemus Ward 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 21% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Artemus Ward School is located in the southwest part of Cleveland, OH, covering approximately 1 square mile. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Artemus Ward's student population of 487 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Artemus Ward 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 Artemus Ward is 0.72, which is more 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
#2794 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)44.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
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 Artemus Ward's ranking?
Artemus Ward is ranked #2794 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Artemus Ward often compared to?
Artemus Wardis often viewed alongside schools like Constellation Schools Westpark Community Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Artemus Ward?
487 students attend Artemus Ward.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Artemus Ward students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Artemus Ward?
Artemus Ward has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Artemus Ward offer ?
Artemus Ward offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Artemus Ward part of?
Artemus Ward is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I started at Artemus Ward Elementary School in 1989 at 9. I was a 4th-grade student who transferred from Miles Elementary School after 2 years. I was new to the west side community. New school and friends. Best friend KaraL. Forte and friends Aja and Kawana. I stayed at Artemus Ward for 3 years until 1992 as I was promoted to Robert H. Jamison Junior High School instead of Scholar Junior High School. I was a cheerleader captain, merit roll pupil, and many other deeds. I did speech, music, dance, and gym. I had Kowaiski, Cleveland, Nealon. The principal was Ward. Several award shows and a dance a Lincoln-West High School as one of 4 cheerleaders. In a cheerleader's proformance.
5 10/10/2025
I was accepted and enrolled at Artemus WardElementary School from 1989 to 1992. I started at 9. The quality of the Academic Program was good. It was a public school. We were taught mannerisms and respect and how to hold close relationships. We were into fashion and our love for our teachers. An outstanding teacher of mine had been Ms. Kowaiki. She was my first teacher I held a really close bond in love and respect for a teacher. The school was a particular size. It was warm and Cleaned. I was taught in Gym, Geography, Science, and Reading. And Also mathematics. I was selected by the Ohio Board of Education to be involved in Extracurricular Academic Achievement Activities. Subjects taught like meditation to end a dispute. Or teaching the language of Russian. And the Police Dare. Also Speech Skills, Cheerleaders Squad, and The National Book Club Young Authors. It was a fine experience before graduation at 12 in 1992.
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