Serving 721 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dater Montessori School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dater Montessori School's student population of 721 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1986
School Motto
“Fired-Up!”
School Rankings
Dater Montessori 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 Dater Montessori School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1840 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
62%
17%
White
28%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dater Montessori School's ranking?
Dater Montessori School is ranked #1840 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Dater Montessori School often compared to?
Dater Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview-clifton German Language School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Dater Montessori School?
721 students attend Dater Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dater Montessori School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dater Montessori School?
Dater Montessori School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dater Montessori School offer ?
Dater Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dater Montessori School part of?
Dater Montessori School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Dater Montessori School located?
Dater Montessori School is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Westwood.
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