Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Artemus Ward 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 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Artemus Ward ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Artemus Ward's student population of 487 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Artemus Ward 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 Artemus Ward is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2933 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
27%
7%
Black
40%
17%
White
24%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Artemus Ward's ranking?
Artemus Ward is ranked #2933 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Artemus Ward often compared to?
Artemus Wardis often viewed alongside schools like Constellation Schools Westpark Community Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Artemus Ward?
487 students attend Artemus Ward.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Artemus Ward students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Artemus Ward?
Artemus Ward has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Artemus Ward offer ?
Artemus Ward offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Artemus Ward part of?
Artemus Ward is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
School Reviews
5 1/6/2022
I was accepted and enrolled at Artemus WardElementary School from 1989 to 1992. I started at 9. The quality of the Academic Program was good. It was a public school. We were taught mannerisms and respect and how to hold close relationships. We were into fashion and our love for our teachers. An outstanding teacher of mine had been Ms. Kowaiki. She was my first teacher I held a really close bond in love and respect for a teacher. The school was a particular size. It was warm and Cleaned. I was taught in Gym, Geography, Science, and Reading. And Also mathematics. I was selected by the Ohio Board of Education to be involved in Extracurricular Academic Achievement Activities. Subjects taught like meditation to end a dispute. Or teaching the language of Russian. And the Police Dare. Also Speech Skills, Cheerleaders Squad, and The National Book Club Young Authors. It was a fine experience before graduation at 12 in 1992.
5 9/15/2021
I started at Artemus Ward Elementary School in 1989 at 9. I was a 4th-grade student who transferred from Miles Elementary School after 2 years. I was new to the west side community. New school and friends. Best friend KaraL. Forte and friends Aja and Kawana. I stayed at Artemus Ward for 3 years until 1992 as I was promoted to Robert H. Jamison Junior High School instead of Scholar Junior High School. I was a cheerleader captain, merit roll pupil, and many other deeds. I did speech, music, dance, and gym. I had Kowaiski, Cleveland, Nealon. The principal was Ward. Several award shows and a dance a Lincoln-West High School as one of 4 cheerleaders. In a cheerleader's proformance.
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