Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Walton 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walton School serves the southwest part of Cleveland, OH, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walton School's student population of 252 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Walton 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 Walton School is 0.65, 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
#3095 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
8%
Black
29%
17%
White
17%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton School's ranking?
Walton School is ranked #3095 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Walton School often compared to?
Walton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caledonia Elementary School, Kenneth W Clement 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Walton School?
252 students attend Walton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Walton School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walton School?
Walton School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walton School offer ?
Walton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walton School part of?
Walton School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Walton School located?
Walton School is located in the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Ohio City.
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