Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pleasant Hill Academy 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 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Hill Elementary School serves the northwest part of Cincinnati, OH, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pleasant Hill Academy's student population of 426 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Campus Size
18 acres
School Motto
The Future Is Waiting. But We’re Not.
School Rankings
Pleasant Hill Academy 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 Pleasant Hill Academy is 0.42, 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
#2953 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
75%
17%
White
7%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Hill Academy's ranking?
Pleasant Hill Academy is ranked #2953 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pleasant Hill Academy often compared to?
Pleasant Hill Academyis often viewed alongside schools like College Hill Fundamental Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Hill Academy?
426 students attend Pleasant Hill Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pleasant Hill Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Hill Academy?
Pleasant Hill Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pleasant Hill Academy offer ?
Pleasant Hill Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Hill Academy part of?
Pleasant Hill Academy is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Pleasant Hill Academy located?
Pleasant Hill Academy is located in the College Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in College Hill.
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