The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 15-19% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-44% (which was lower than the Ohio state average of 81%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
Total Students (09-10)
338 students
Showing 2001–2010. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2002–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)15-19%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)40-44%
81%
Black
(09-10)99%
17%
Showing 2001–2010. View full 23-year historical data
White
(09-10)1%
76%
Showing 1994–2010. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
83%
34%
Showing 2000–2010. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
2%
6%
Showing 2000–2010. View full 12-year historical data
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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 81% OH state average).
How many students attend John W Raper School?
338 students attend John W Raper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of John W Raper School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does John W Raper School offer ?
John W Raper School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9
What school district is John W Raper School part of?
John W Raper School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
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