Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-10, Harvey Rice Elementary 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 8% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harvey Rice Elementary School serves the east part of Cleveland, OH, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harvey Rice Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 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
Harvey Rice Elementary 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 Harvey Rice Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#3137 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)90.4%
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)
2%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 13-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 Harvey Rice Elementary School's ranking?
Harvey Rice Elementary School is ranked #3137 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harvey Rice Elementary School often compared to?
Harvey Rice Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barack Obama School, Arbor Elementary School, Ballard Brady Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Harvey Rice Elementary School?
427 students attend Harvey Rice Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Harvey Rice Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvey Rice Elementary School?
Harvey Rice Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harvey Rice Elementary School offer ?
Harvey Rice Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-10 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harvey Rice Elementary School part of?
Harvey Rice Elementary School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Harvey Rice Elementary School located?
Harvey Rice Elementary School is located in the Woodland Hills neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Woodland Hills.
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