Serving 575 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monfort Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monfort Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Monfort Heights Elementary School's student population of 575 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Monfort Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monfort Heights Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#1217 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
20%
17%
White
56%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Monfort Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Monfort Heights Elementary School is ranked #1217 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Monfort Heights Elementary School?
575 students attend Monfort Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Monfort Heights Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monfort Heights Elementary School?
Monfort Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Monfort Heights Elementary School offer ?
Monfort Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monfort Heights Elementary School part of?
Monfort Heights Elementary School is part of Northwest Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Monfort Heights Elementary School located?
Monfort Heights Elementary School is located in the Colerain Township neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Colerain Township.
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