MICHAEL R. WHITE

Michael R. White is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cleveland Municipal school district, located in Cleveland, OH with about 200 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Michael R. White has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Michael R. White Elementary School, located on East 92nd Street in Cleveland, Ohio, is a public school within the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. The school is named in honor of Michael R. White, who served as the mayor of Cleveland from 1990 to 2002. As part of a major district-wide initiative, the school is housed in a modern facility designed to support the educational needs of neighborhood children by providing a contemporary learning environment focused on academic growth and community engagement.

The school operates with a commitment to the "Cleveland Plan," the district’s strategic approach to improving student outcomes through high-quality instruction and support services. It serves a diverse student population and places a strong emphasis on fostering a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. By integrating core curriculum standards with local community partnerships, Michael R. White Elementary strives to prepare its students for future success in middle school and beyond, serving as a foundational pillar for families in the surrounding East Cleveland community.

For more information, contact Michael R. White at (216) 838-2300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.