Wade Park is a park in the University Circle neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. Wade Park today largely serves as the campus for the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Cleveland Botanical Garden, and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, as well as Wade Lagoon, which faces the Museum of Art from the south end of the park.
Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wade Park 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 4% (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 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wade Park serves the northeast part of Cleveland, OH, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is around 5 to 10 minutes, with distances to the zone's farthest edge reaching up to 0.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wade Park's student population of 339 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1882
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education
School Rankings
Wade Park 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 Wade Park is 0.04, 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
#3134 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
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
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
98%
17%
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)97.1%
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 2001–2012. 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 Wade Park's ranking?
Wade Park is ranked #3134 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?
4% 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 Wade Park?
339 students attend Wade Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Wade Park students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wade Park?
Wade Park has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wade Park offer ?
Wade Park offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wade Park part of?
Wade Park is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Wade Park located?
Wade Park is located in the Hough neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Hough.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Wade park elementary is a great school. I went to the school from K-5 grade, before I transferred to a new school (Citizens Leadership Academy) I'm currently in the 8th grade now. I miss this school. The curriculum, staff, kids, and lunch at Wade Park is great!
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