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 21% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 21% (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 grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Artemus Ward ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Artemus Ward is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2794 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
34%
8%
Black
36%
17%
White
19%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
42%
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 #2794 out of 3,181 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
36% of Artemus Ward students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Artemus Ward?
Artemus Ward has a student ration of 19:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Artemus Ward part of?
Artemus Ward is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
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