Serving 725 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Pleasant Ridge 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 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pleasant Ridge Montessori School serves the northeast part of Cincinnati, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, and the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School's student population of 725 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
725 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pleasant Ridge 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 Pleasant Ridge Montessori School is 0.65, 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
#2069 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)33%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
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 Pleasant Ridge Montessori School's ranking?
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School is ranked #2069 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pleasant Ridge Montessori School often compared to?
Pleasant Ridge Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodford Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Ridge Montessori School?
725 students attend Pleasant Ridge Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pleasant Ridge Montessori School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Ridge Montessori School?
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pleasant Ridge Montessori School offer ?
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Ridge Montessori School part of?
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Pleasant Ridge Montessori School located?
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School is located in the Pleasant Ridge neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Pleasant Ridge.
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