Best Elementary Schools in Cincinnati, OH


Summary:

The city of Cincinnati, Ohio is home to 103 elementary schools spanning various districts, including public, public charter, and Montessori schools. These schools serve students from diverse backgrounds and demonstrate a wide range of academic performance.

Several schools stand out as high-performing, with Madeira Elementary School (Madeira City District), Sherwood Elementary School (Forest Hills Local District), and Wilson Elementary School (Forest Hills Local District) consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in the state. These schools demonstrate exceptional academic performance, with over 90% of students proficient or better in core subjects. In contrast, some schools in the Cincinnati Public Schools district struggle to achieve proficiency rates above 50%.

The data reveals stark disparities in academic performance, often correlated with the racial and socioeconomic makeup of the student population. Schools with predominantly white student bodies, such as Madeira Elementary and Sherwood Elementary, tend to outperform schools with majority minority populations, such as Winton Woods Elementary and Dater Montessori School. This suggests that factors like district resources, school leadership, and socioeconomic challenges play a significant role in shaping student outcomes.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Ohio Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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