James N. Gamble Montessori High School is a public high school in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. It is part of the Cincinnati Public Schools district, one of two Montessori high schools.
Serving 700 students in grades 7-12, James N. Gamble Montessori High 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 14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James N. Gamble Montessori High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cincinnati, OH, covering approximately 90.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge reaching 11.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
James N. Gamble Montessori High School's student population of 700 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
700 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
James N. Gamble Montessori High 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 High School is 0.43, 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
#2753 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
74%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
green, purple, and black
School Mascot
Gator
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James N. Gamble Montessori High School's ranking?
James N. Gamble Montessori High School is ranked #2753 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are James N. Gamble Montessori High School often compared to?
James N. Gamble Montessori High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clark Montessori High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of James N. Gamble Montessori High School?
The graduation rate of James N. Gamble Montessori High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend James N. Gamble Montessori High School?
700 students attend James N. Gamble Montessori High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of James N. Gamble Montessori High School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James N. Gamble Montessori High School?
James N. Gamble Montessori High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does James N. Gamble Montessori High School offer ?
James N. Gamble Montessori High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James N. Gamble Montessori High School part of?
James N. Gamble Montessori High School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is James N. Gamble Montessori High School located?
James N. Gamble Montessori High School is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Westwood.
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