Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Avondale Montessori 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 27% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Avondale Montessori Elementary School serves the eastern part of Cincinnati, OH, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 49.5 square miles, with most students living within a 10-15 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the zone is about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Avondale Montessori School's student population of 568 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 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 ↓
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Avondale Montessori 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 North Avondale Montessori School is 0.44, 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
#2443 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)28.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 17-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 North Avondale Montessori School's ranking?
North Avondale Montessori School is ranked #2443 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are North Avondale Montessori School often compared to?
North Avondale Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North College Hill Elementary School, Alliance Academy Of Cincinnati by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend North Avondale Montessori School?
568 students attend North Avondale Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of North Avondale Montessori School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Avondale Montessori School?
North Avondale Montessori School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Avondale Montessori School offer ?
North Avondale Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Avondale Montessori School part of?
North Avondale Montessori School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is North Avondale Montessori School located?
North Avondale Montessori School is located in the North Avondale neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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