Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Evanston 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Evanston Academy Elementary School serves the east part of Cincinnati, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with most living about 0.7 miles away from the edge of the attendance area, which extends up to 1.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Evanston Academy's student population of 248 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Evanston 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 Evanston Academy is 0.19, 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
#2490 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
90%
17%
White
3%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evanston Academy's ranking?
Evanston Academy is ranked #2490 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Evanston Academy?
248 students attend Evanston Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Evanston Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evanston Academy?
Evanston Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Evanston Academy offer ?
Evanston Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Evanston Academy part of?
Evanston Academy is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Evanston Academy located?
Evanston Academy is located in the Evanston neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Evanston.
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