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Dater Montessori School

Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools

2840 Boudinot Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45238

Enrollment

754

Student-Teacher

20.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,392 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#47 of 171

public schools

In district

#12 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Dater Montessori School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Cincinnati · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.2/10

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About Dater Montessori School

Dater Montessori School is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Dater Montessori School serves approximately 754 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dater Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,392 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Dater Montessori School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Dater Montessori School runs 20.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism15.6%

Dater Montessori School — Students at Dater Montessori School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 74.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
49.5%
ELA
54.8%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Dater Montessori School Compares

See how Dater Montessori School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
60th percentile in OH
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

Location

2840 Boudinot Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45238

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dater Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST WILLIAM SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST TERESA OF AVILA SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
James N. Gamble Montessori High School Cincinnati 0.5 mi 4.2
Western Hills University High School Cincinnati 0.7 mi 2.6
Gilbert A. Dater High School Cincinnati 0.7 mi 3.6
AchievePoint Career Academy - Cincinnati Cincinnati 0.6 mi 4.9
Covedale School Cincinnati 0.8 mi 4.9
Midway School Cincinnati 0.7 mi 4.5
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.7 mi 6.4
Westwood School Cincinnati 0.9 mi 6.7
OUR LADY OF LOURDES Cincinnati 0.8 mi 6.1
ST CATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.0 mi 7.0
ST TERESA OF AVILA SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.2 mi 7.9
Rising Stars at Cheviot/Westwood Cincinnati 1.3 mi 5.1
James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 7.9
ST MARTIN OF TOURS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.5 mi 7.0
HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.3 mi
RESURRECTION SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.6 mi 6.8
Carson School Cincinnati 1.7 mi 4.0
Cheviot School Cincinnati 1.8 mi 6.6
ST WILLIAM SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.0 mi 8.5
ST ALOYSIUS Cincinnati 2.0 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,672

Median Home Value

$168,800

Median Rent

$913/mo

Population

48,936

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

57.2%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

35.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dater Montessori School

What grades does Dater Montessori School serve?

Dater Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Dater Montessori School?

Dater Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 754 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dater Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dater Montessori School is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dater Montessori School rank in OH?

Dater Montessori School ranks #1,392 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Dater Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dater Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Dater Montessori School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dater Montessori School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dater Montessori School a charter school?

No, Dater Montessori School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dater Montessori School a Title I school?

No, Dater Montessori School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

District

Cincinnati Public Schools
District Enrollment
34,860
Schools in District
66
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,415
District Rank
#12 of 65

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