Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rockdale 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockdale Academy Elementary School serves a central area in Cincinnati, OH, covering approximately 3.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockdale Academy's student population of 225 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rockdale 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 Rockdale Academy is 0.26, 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
#2687 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)79.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rockdale Rockets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockdale Academy's ranking?
Rockdale Academy is ranked #2687 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Rockdale Academy often compared to?
Rockdale Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Regeneration Schools Avondale Elementary School, North Avondale Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Rockdale Academy?
225 students attend Rockdale Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Rockdale Academy students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% 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 Rockdale Academy?
Rockdale Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rockdale Academy offer ?
Rockdale Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockdale Academy part of?
Rockdale Academy is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Rockdale Academy located?
Rockdale Academy is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Avondale.
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