Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Rees E. Price 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 21% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rees E. Price Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rees E. Price Academy's student population of 470 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Rees E. Price Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rees E. Price Academy is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2750 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)21%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
37%
8%
Black
44%
17%
White
10%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rees E. Price Academy's ranking?
Rees E. Price Academy is ranked #2750 out of 3,241 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Rees E. Price Academy?
470 students attend Rees E. Price Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Rees E. Price Academy students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rees E. Price Academy?
Rees E. Price Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rees E. Price Academy offer ?
Rees E. Price Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rees E. Price Academy part of?
Rees E. Price Academy is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Rees E. Price Academy located?
Rees E. Price Academy is located in the East Price Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in East Price Hill.
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