Serving 735 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Carson 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 20% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carson School's student population of 735 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Carson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carson School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2819 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
32%
8%
Black
46%
17%
White
11%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson School's ranking?
Carson School is ranked #2819 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Carson School often compared to?
Carson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheviot School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Carson School?
735 students attend Carson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Carson School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson School?
Carson School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carson School offer ?
Carson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carson School part of?
Carson School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Carson School located?
Carson School is located in the West Price Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in West Price Hill.
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