Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marion C Seltzer 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 8% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 20% 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
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion C Seltzer 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 Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#3094 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
27%
7%
Black
47%
17%
White
17%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
37%
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 Marion C Seltzer Elementary School's ranking?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is ranked #3094 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Marion C Seltzer Elementary School often compared to?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Natividad Pagan International Newcomers Academy, Joseph M Gallagher School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Marion C Seltzer Elementary School?
354 students attend Marion C Seltzer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Marion C Seltzer Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion C Seltzer Elementary School?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion C Seltzer Elementary School offer ?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Marion C Seltzer Elementary School part of?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Marion C Seltzer Elementary School located?
Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is located in the Cudell neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Cudell.
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