Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mercer Elementary School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Mercer Elementary School's student population of 396 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mercer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercer Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1415 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
40%
17%
White
46%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Shaker Heights City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercer Elementary School's ranking?
Mercer Elementary School is ranked #1415 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Mercer Elementary School often compared to?
Mercer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boulevard Elementary School, Lomond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mercer Elementary School?
396 students attend Mercer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Mercer Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercer Elementary School?
Mercer Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mercer Elementary School offer ?
Mercer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mercer Elementary School part of?
Mercer Elementary School is part of Shaker Heights City School District.
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