Serving 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ethel M. Taylor 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ethel M. Taylor Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ethel M. Taylor Academy's student population of 240 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ethel M. Taylor Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ethel M. Taylor Academy is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2920 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
90%
17%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ethel M. Taylor Academy's ranking?
Ethel M. Taylor Academy is ranked #2920 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Ethel M. Taylor Academy often compared to?
Ethel M. Taylor Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Roll Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Ethel M. Taylor Academy?
240 students attend Ethel M. Taylor Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Ethel M. Taylor Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ethel M. Taylor Academy?
Ethel M. Taylor Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ethel M. Taylor Academy offer ?
Ethel M. Taylor Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Ethel M. Taylor Academy part of?
Ethel M. Taylor Academy is part of Cincinnati Public Schools School District.
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