Serving 567 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Kilgour School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kilgour School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kilgour School's student population of 567 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Kilgour School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kilgour School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)88%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
20%
17%
White
70%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kilgour School's ranking?
Kilgour School is ranked #106 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Kilgour School often compared to?
Kilgour Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hyde Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Kilgour School?
567 students attend Kilgour School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Kilgour School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kilgour School?
Kilgour School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kilgour School offer ?
Kilgour School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kilgour School part of?
Kilgour School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Kilgour School located?
Kilgour School is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Hyde Park.
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