Serving 336 students in grades 3-12, Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students's student population of 336 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students is 0.61, 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
#148 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
33%
17%
White
53%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students's ranking?
Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students is ranked #148 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students often compared to?
Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Studentsis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick Douglass School, Walnut Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students?
The graduation rate of Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students?
336 students attend Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students students are White, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students?
Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students offer ?
Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students part of?
Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students located?
Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students is located in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Walnut Hills.
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