Serving 279 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (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
School Overview
Northwest School Of The Arts's student population of 279 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwest School Of The Arts 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 Northwest School Of The Arts is 0.59, 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
#2359 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
60%
17%
White
14%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
42%
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 #2359 out of 3,181 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
279 students attend Northwest School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Northwest School Of The Arts students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest School Of The Arts?
Northwest School Of The Arts has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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