Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Thoreau Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thoreau Park Elementary School serves the northern part of Cleveland, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thoreau Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Thoreau Park Elementary School's student population of 483 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thoreau Park 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 Thoreau Park Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1817 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
8%
Black
8%
17%
White
61%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thoreau Park Elementary School's ranking?
Thoreau Park Elementary School is ranked #1817 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Thoreau Park Elementary School often compared to?
Thoreau Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge-brook Elementary School, Clara E Westropp School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Thoreau Park Elementary School?
483 students attend Thoreau Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Thoreau Park Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thoreau Park Elementary School?
Thoreau Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thoreau Park Elementary School offer ?
Thoreau Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thoreau Park Elementary School part of?
Thoreau Park Elementary School is part of Parma City School District.
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