Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Denison 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denison's student population of 282 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Denison 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 Denison is 0.73, 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
#2570 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
8%
Black
33%
17%
White
31%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denison's ranking?
Denison is ranked #2570 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Denison?
282 students attend Denison.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Denison students are Black, 31% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denison?
Denison has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Denison offer ?
Denison offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denison part of?
Denison is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Denison located?
Denison is located in the Brooklyn Centre neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Brooklyn Centre.
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