Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Fernway Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Fernway Elementary School's student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fernway Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fernway Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#539 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
38%
17%
White
47%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernway Elementary School's ranking?
Fernway Elementary School is ranked #539 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fernway Elementary School often compared to?
Fernway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Onaway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fernway Elementary School?
303 students attend Fernway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Fernway Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fernway Elementary School?
Fernway Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fernway Elementary School offer ?
Fernway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Fernway Elementary School part of?
Fernway Elementary School is part of Shaker Heights City School District.
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