Recognition of Excellence · Elyria, OH · 2026

Ymca Ely Elementary Learning And Enrichment Center

312 Gulf Rd, Elyria, OH 44035
https://www.clevelandymca.org/
🏆 Ranked #17 in Elyria · 5.6 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Best Extracurriculars
Best Extracurriculars
Earned the highest extracurricular score in Elyria. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.
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childcare

YMCA Ely Elementary Learning and Enrichment Center is a before- and after-school care program co-located with Ely Elementary School in Elyria, serving school-age children with seamless transitions for enrolled students. Operated by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland—an established nonprofit with deep community infrastructure—the center accepts publicly funded childcare (PFCC) vouchers to support subsidy-eligible families. No public parent reviews are currently available, which limits independent verification of parent experience.

Safety6.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management5.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars6.0
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Best Extracurriculars
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