Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Scranton 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 30% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scranton School serves a central area in Cleveland, OH, covering approximately 1.9 square miles, with most students living within a 1-mile radius and the furthest edge being 1.7 miles away, resulting in typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scranton School's student population of 495 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Scranton 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 Scranton School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2595 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
64%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
21%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
12%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scranton School's ranking?
Scranton School is ranked #2595 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Scranton School?
495 students attend Scranton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Scranton School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scranton School?
Scranton School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scranton School offer ?
Scranton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scranton School part of?
Scranton School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Scranton School located?
Scranton School is located in the Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Tremont.
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