Serving 975 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 22% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 15:1 is lower 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 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 975 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy's student population of 975 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
975 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy 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 Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy is 0.17, which is less 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
#2683 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
91%
17%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
6%
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 Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy is ranked #2683 out of 3,241 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 80-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy?
975 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 15:1, which is lower 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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