Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fernway Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fernway Elementary School serves the southwest part of Cleveland, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fernway Elementary School's student population of 326 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Motto
'Educate, Inspire, Empower'
School Rankings
Fernway Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernway Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#702 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
37%
17%
White
48%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernway Elementary School's ranking?
Fernway Elementary School is ranked #702 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fernway Elementary School often compared to?
Fernway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Onaway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fernway Elementary School?
326 students attend Fernway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Fernway Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fernway Elementary School?
Fernway Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fernway Elementary School offer ?
Fernway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fernway Elementary School part of?
Fernway Elementary School is part of Shaker Heights City School District.
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