Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marion-sterling 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion-Sterling Elementary School serves the north part of Cleveland, OH, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion-sterling Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Empowering Every Scholar to Become a Leader'
School Rankings
Marion-sterling 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-sterling Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#3059 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
90%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.5%
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 2000–2012. 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-sterling Elementary School's ranking?
Marion-sterling Elementary School is ranked #3059 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Marion-sterling Elementary School?
236 students attend Marion-sterling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Marion-sterling Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion-sterling Elementary School?
Marion-sterling Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion-sterling Elementary School offer ?
Marion-sterling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion-sterling Elementary School part of?
Marion-sterling Elementary School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Marion-sterling Elementary School located?
Marion-sterling Elementary School is located in the Central neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 8 other public schools located in Central.
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