Serving 420 students in grades 9-12, Shaw High 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shaw High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cleveland, OH, covering approximately 3.6 square miles. Typically, students can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone reaching about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shaw High School's student population of 420 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Shaw High 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 Shaw High 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
#3142 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
96%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2009–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)93.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shaw High School's ranking?
Shaw High School is ranked #3142 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Shaw High School often compared to?
Shaw High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrensville Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shaw High School?
The graduation rate of Shaw High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Shaw High School?
420 students attend Shaw High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Shaw High School students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shaw High School?
Shaw High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shaw High School offer ?
Shaw High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shaw High School part of?
Shaw High School is part of East Cleveland City School District.
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