Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mary M Bethune 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary M Bethune ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mary M Bethune's student population of 229 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Mary M Bethune 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 Mary M Bethune is 0.08, which is less 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
#2965 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
96%
17%
White
3%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cleveland Municipal School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary M Bethune's ranking?
Mary M Bethune is ranked #2965 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mary M Bethune often compared to?
Mary M Bethuneis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel E Morgan School, Barack Obama School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mary M Bethune?
229 students attend Mary M Bethune.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mary M Bethune students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary M Bethune?
Mary M Bethune has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mary M Bethune offer ?
Mary M Bethune offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary M Bethune part of?
Mary M Bethune is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary M Bethune located?
Mary M Bethune is located in the Glenville neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Glenville.
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