Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marion C Seltzer 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 15% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion C. Seltzer Elementary School serves the west part of Cleveland, OH, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School's student population of 356 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Marion C Seltzer 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 Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#2945 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)46.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
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 Marion C Seltzer Elementary School's ranking?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is ranked #2945 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Marion C Seltzer Elementary School often compared to?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph M Gallagher School, Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Marion C Seltzer Elementary School?
356 students attend Marion C Seltzer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Marion C Seltzer Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion C Seltzer Elementary School?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion C Seltzer Elementary School offer ?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion C Seltzer Elementary School part of?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Marion C Seltzer Elementary School located?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is located in the Cudell neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Cudell.
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