Aiken High School is a public high school located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The school, which opened in 1962, is part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Aiken houses two programs: Aiken College & Career High School and Aiken University High School.
Serving 1,226 students in grades 7-12, Aiken New Tech High School 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 9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aiken New Tech High School's student population of 1,226 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,226 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aiken New Tech High School 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 Aiken New Tech High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3076 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
67%
17%
White
6%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aiken New Tech High School's ranking?
Aiken New Tech High School is ranked #3076 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Aiken New Tech High School often compared to?
Aiken New Tech High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hughes Stem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aiken New Tech High School?
The graduation rate of Aiken New Tech High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Aiken New Tech High School?
1,226 students attend Aiken New Tech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Aiken New Tech High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aiken New Tech High School?
Aiken New Tech High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Aiken New Tech High School offer ?
Aiken New Tech High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aiken New Tech High School part of?
Aiken New Tech High School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Aiken New Tech High School located?
Aiken New Tech High School is located in the College Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in College Hill.
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