Serving 577 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
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 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kilgour Elementary School serves the east part of Cincinnati, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 3.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5 to 10-minute drive and an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school from the zone edge. The furthest boundary of the attendance zone is about 2.1 miles from the school.
- 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 577 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
577 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kilgour School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kilgour School is 0.48, 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
#86 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kilgour School's ranking?
Kilgour School is ranked #86 out of 3,181 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?
577 students attend Kilgour School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Kilgour School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kilgour School?
Kilgour School has a student ration of 19:1, 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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