Withrow High School is a public high school located on the east side of Cincinnati, Ohio. It is part of the Cincinnati Public Schools.
Serving 1,328 students in grades 7-12, Withrow University 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 4% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 63% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Withrow University High School's student population of 1,328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1919
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Withrow University 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 Withrow University High School is 0.37, which is less 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
#3205 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
78%
17%
White
2%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
63%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Withrow University High School's ranking?
Withrow University High School is ranked #3205 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Withrow University High School often compared to?
Withrow University High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Withrow University High School?
The graduation rate of Withrow University High School is 63%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Withrow University High School?
1,328 students attend Withrow University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Withrow University High School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Withrow University High School?
Withrow University High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Withrow University High School offer ?
Withrow University High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Withrow University High School part of?
Withrow University High School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Withrow University High School located?
Withrow University High School is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Hyde Park.
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