Serving 182 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Northwest School Of The Arts 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwest School Of The Arts's student population of 182 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest School Of The Arts 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 Northwest School Of The Arts is 0.70, 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
#2418 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
7%
Black
44%
17%
White
17%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest School Of The Arts's ranking?
Northwest School Of The Arts is ranked #2418 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Northwest School Of The Arts?
182 students attend Northwest School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Northwest School Of The Arts students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest School Of The Arts?
Northwest School Of The Arts has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwest School Of The Arts offer ?
Northwest School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Northwest School Of The Arts part of?
Northwest School Of The Arts is part of Northwest School Of The Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwest School Of The Arts located?
Northwest School Of The Arts is located in the Edgewater neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Edgewater.
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