Serving 588 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monfort Heights Elementary School is located in the southern part of Cincinnati, OH, serving an attendance zone of approximately 7.5 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monfort Heights Elementary School's student population of 588 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Monfort Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monfort Heights Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1145 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
25%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
49%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monfort Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Monfort Heights Elementary School is ranked #1145 out of 3,181 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?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
588 students attend Monfort Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Monfort Heights Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% 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 18:1, 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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