Serving 234 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alfred Benesch 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 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred Benesch ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alfred Benesch's student population of 234 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alfred Benesch 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 Alfred Benesch is 0.13, which is less 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)
≤10%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
93%
17%
White
n/a
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred Benesch's ranking?
Alfred Benesch is ranked #3182 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Alfred Benesch often compared to?
Alfred Beneschis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Dickens School, Anton Grdina 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 52% OH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Alfred Benesch?
234 students attend Alfred Benesch.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Alfred Benesch students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred Benesch?
Alfred Benesch has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alfred Benesch offer ?
Alfred Benesch offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Alfred Benesch part of?
Alfred Benesch is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Alfred Benesch located?
Alfred Benesch is located in the Central neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 8 other public schools located in Central.
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