Serving 678 students in grades 5-12, Robert A. Taft Information Technology High 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 9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School's student population of 678 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School 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 Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3070 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
90%
17%
White
5%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School's ranking?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is ranked #3070 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School often compared to?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School?
The graduation rate of Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School?
678 students attend Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School offer ?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School part of?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is part of Cincinnati Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School located?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is located in the West End neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in West End.
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