Serving 339 students in grades 9-12, Glenville High School 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 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 40-44% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenville High School serves the northeast part of Cleveland, OH, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenville High School's student population of 339 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1892
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenville High School 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 Glenville High School 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
#3162 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
65%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
40-44%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
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
Sports
Colors
Black, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenville High School's ranking?
Glenville High School is ranked #3162 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Glenville High School often compared to?
Glenville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Technical High School, Ginn Academy, Collinwood High School 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 54% OH state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenville High School?
The graduation rate of Glenville High School is 40-44%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Glenville High School?
339 students attend Glenville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Glenville High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenville High School?
Glenville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glenville High School offer ?
Glenville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenville High School part of?
Glenville High School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Glenville High School located?
Glenville High School is located in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Forest Hills.
School Reviews
Review Glenville High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
