Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary 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 James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School is 0.57, which is more 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
#2528 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
60%
17%
White
25%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School's ranking?
James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School is ranked #2528 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School?
477 students attend James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School?
James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School offer ?
James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School part of?
James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School located?
James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Westwood.
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