Serving 680 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wickliffe Lower School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wickliffe Lower School's student population of 680 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wickliffe Lower School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wickliffe Lower School is 0.55, which is more 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
#1176 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
17%
17%
White
64%
66%
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
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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 Wickliffe Lower School's ranking?
Wickliffe Lower School is ranked #1176 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Wickliffe Lower School often compared to?
Wickliffe Lower Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kirtland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Wickliffe Lower School?
680 students attend Wickliffe Lower School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wickliffe Lower School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wickliffe Lower School?
Wickliffe Lower School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wickliffe Lower School offer ?
Wickliffe Lower School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Wickliffe Lower School part of?
Wickliffe Lower School is part of Wickliffe City School District.
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