Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waverly Elementary 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 52%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waverly Elementary School's student population of 317 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Waverly Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3182 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
23%
8%
Black
55%
17%
White
13%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waverly Elementary School's ranking?
Waverly Elementary School is ranked #3182 out of 3,241 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Waverly Elementary School?
317 students attend Waverly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Waverly Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waverly Elementary School?
Waverly Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waverly Elementary School offer ?
Waverly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waverly Elementary School part of?
Waverly Elementary School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Waverly Elementary School located?
Waverly Elementary School is located in the Detroit Shoreway neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in Detroit Shoreway.
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