Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Woodford 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 25-29% (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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodford Paideia Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Cincinnati, OH, covering an area of approximately 49.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodford Academy's student population of 366 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodford 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 Woodford Academy is 0.29, 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
#2629 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
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 ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
84%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)35.8%
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)
5%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodford Academy's ranking?
Woodford Academy is ranked #2629 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Woodford Academy often compared to?
Woodford Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Ridge Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Woodford Academy?
366 students attend Woodford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Woodford Academy students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodford Academy?
Woodford Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodford Academy offer ?
Woodford Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodford Academy part of?
Woodford Academy is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodford Academy located?
Woodford Academy is located in the Kennedy Heights neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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