MARION C SELTZER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Marion C Seltzer Elementary School is a Title I public school that is part of the Cleveland Municipal school district, located in Cleveland, OH with about 415 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 9th 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 22 teachers, Marion C Seltzer Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Marion C. Seltzer Elementary School, located in the Cudell neighborhood on the west side of Cleveland, is a public school serving students in Pre-K through 8th grade as part of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD). The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on academic growth and the development of core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional skills. By providing a structured curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for high school success and long-term academic achievement.

Beyond its core academics, Marion C. Seltzer emphasizes a holistic approach to education, often integrating community engagement and support services to address the unique needs of its families. The school works closely with the CMSD’s "Investment Schools" initiative, which provides additional resources, high-quality professional development for teachers, and enhanced programming to improve student outcomes. Through these efforts, the school strives to cultivate a safe, inclusive, and encouraging atmosphere where students are empowered to meet state standards and realize their full potential within their community.

For more information, contact Marion C Seltzer Elementary School at (216) 838-6550 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.