Serving 949 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy 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 31% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 949 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy's student population of 949 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
949 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
The Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy will provide holistic programming and top quality education that prepares our learning community for college and career readiness.
School Rankings
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy 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 Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy is 0.17, 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
#2586 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
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
3%
8%
Black
91%
17%
White
1%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy is ranked #2586 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy?
949 students attend Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy?
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy part of?
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy is part of Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy located?
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy is located in the West End neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in West End.
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