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#189 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 6% in state

Blue Ash Elementary

Elementary School · Sycamore Community City

9541 Plainfield Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Enrollment

618

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#189 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#11 of 171

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Sycamore Community City

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Blue Ash Elementary

9.0/10

Elementary School in Cincinnati · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Blue Ash Elementary

Blue Ash Elementary is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Sycamore Community City. Blue Ash Elementary serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Ash Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Blue Ash Elementary show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.2
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+36.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,334
Chronic Absenteeism10.5%

Blue Ash Elementary — Students at Blue Ash Elementary score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 90.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 86.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
88%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
88%
ELA
76%
2022
Math
86.4%
ELA
87%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Blue Ash Elementary Compares

See how Blue Ash Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
95th percentile in OH
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9541 Plainfield Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blue Ash Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maple Dale Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST VINCENT FERRER SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Evendale Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Deer Park Jr/Sr High School Cincinnati 1.4 mi 6.8
LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.4 mi 8.1
Cincinnati Classical Academy Cincinnati 1.2 mi 6.7
Evendale Elementary School Cincinnati 1.6 mi 8.5
Amity Elementary School Cincinnati 1.6 mi 7.2
Edwin H Greene Intermediate Middle School Cincinnati 1.4 mi 9.0
AL PI DARKO INITIATIVE BDA OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati 1.8 mi 8.0
OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati 1.8 mi 8.1
Sycamore Junior High School Cincinnati 1.6 mi 8.9
Reading Elementary School Reading 1.7 mi 7.1
Reading Junior Senior High School Reading 1.7 mi 5.4
Maple Dale Elementary School Cincinnati 1.7 mi 9.2
URSULINE ACADEMY OF CINCINNATI Cincinnati 1.9 mi 7.2
MOUNT NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.9 mi 6.3
SKYWARD ACADEMY Cincinnati 2.0 mi 8.1
Silverton Elementary Cincinnati 2.5 mi 5.3
ST VINCENT FERRER SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.5 mi 8.7
ROCKWERN ACADEMY Cincinnati 2.4 mi 8.1
Sharonville Elementary School Cincinnati 2.8 mi 6.8
ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.8 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,990

Median Home Value

$218,900

Median Rent

$1,155/mo

Population

24,648

College Educated

50.8%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blue Ash Elementary

What grades does Blue Ash Elementary serve?

Blue Ash Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Blue Ash Elementary?

Blue Ash Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Ash Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Blue Ash Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blue Ash Elementary rank in OH?

Blue Ash Elementary ranks #189 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Blue Ash Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Blue Ash Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Blue Ash Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blue Ash Elementary has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Blue Ash Elementary a charter school?

No, Blue Ash Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Blue Ash Elementary a Title I school?

No, Blue Ash Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blue Ash Elementary?

15.0% of students at Blue Ash Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.5%

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