Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mt. Washington 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt. Washington School's student population of 401 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mt. Washington 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 Mt. Washington School is 0.67, 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
#2099 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
39%
17%
White
40%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Washington School's ranking?
Mt. Washington School is ranked #2099 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Mt. Washington School?
401 students attend Mt. Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Mt. Washington School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Washington School?
Mt. Washington School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mt. Washington School offer ?
Mt. Washington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt. Washington School part of?
Mt. Washington School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt. Washington School located?
Mt. Washington School is located in the Mount Washington neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Mount Washington.
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