Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Halle 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 4% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: H. Barbara Booker Elementary School serves the west part of Cleveland, OH, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles to the school from the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Halle's student population of 410 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Halle 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 Halle is 0.65, 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
#3174 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
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)74.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halle's ranking?
Halle is ranked #3174 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Halle?
410 students attend Halle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Halle students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halle?
Halle has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Halle offer ?
Halle offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Halle part of?
Halle is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Halle located?
Halle is located in the West Boulevard neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in West Boulevard.
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