Emile B Desauze Elementary School serves 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30-34% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-54% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 82%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)30-34%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)50-54%
82%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
98%
17%
White
n/a
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% OH state average).
How many students attend Emile B Desauze Elementary School?
274 students attend Emile B Desauze Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Emile B Desauze Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emile B Desauze Elementary School?
Emile B Desauze Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emile B Desauze Elementary School offer ?
Emile B Desauze Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Emile B Desauze Elementary School part of?
Emile B Desauze Elementary School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
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