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#1460 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 42% in state

Deer Park Jr/sr High School

High School · Deer Park Community City

8351 Plainfield Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Enrollment

504

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,460 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#52 of 171

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Deer Park Community City

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

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About Deer Park Jr/sr High School

Deer Park Jr/sr High School is a public high school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Deer Park Community City. Deer Park Jr/sr High School serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Park Jr/sr High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,460 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Deer Park Jr/sr High School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above OH schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Deer Park Jr/sr High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
College Readiness6.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation10.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,672
Chronic Absenteeism40.7%

Deer Park Jr/sr High School — Students at Deer Park Jr/sr High School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.5% (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
78%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
44.6%
ELA
59.4%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Deer Park Jr/sr High School Compares

See how Deer Park Jr/sr High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in OH
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
10.9% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

8351 Plainfield Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Deer Park Jr/sr High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Madeira High School (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUNT NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Reading Junior Senior High School (rated 5.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Reading), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.2 mi 8.1
AL PI DARKO INITIATIVE BDA OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati 0.4 mi 8.0
OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati 0.4 mi 8.1
Amity Elementary School Cincinnati 0.4 mi 7.2
Silverton Elementary Cincinnati 1.1 mi 5.3
Blue Ash Elementary Cincinnati 1.4 mi 9.0
ST VINCENT FERRER SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.3 mi 8.7
KENNEDY HEIGHTS MONTESSORI CENTER Cincinnati 1.7 mi
Reading Elementary School Reading 1.6 mi 7.1
Reading Junior Senior High School Reading 1.6 mi 5.4
Cincinnati Classical Academy Cincinnati 1.9 mi 6.7
MOUNT NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.7 mi 6.3
Woodford Academy Cincinnati 2.2 mi 4.6
Sycamore Junior High School Cincinnati 2.1 mi 8.9
Madeira High School Cincinnati 2.0 mi 9.1
ROCKWERN ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.9 mi 8.1
Edwin H Greene Intermediate Middle School Cincinnati 2.4 mi 9.0
Madeira Preschool Cincinnati 2.1 mi 3.5
T.C.P. World Academy Cincinnati 2.5 mi 5.1
NATIVITY SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.6 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 Deer Park Jr/sr High School

What grades does Deer Park Jr/sr High School serve?

Deer Park Jr/sr High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Deer Park Jr/sr High School?

Deer Park Jr/sr High School has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Park Jr/sr High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Deer Park Jr/sr High School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Deer Park Jr/sr High School rank in OH?

Deer Park Jr/sr High School ranks #1,460 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Deer Park Jr/sr High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Deer Park Jr/sr High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Deer Park Jr/sr High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Park Jr/sr High School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Deer Park Jr/sr High School a charter school?

No, Deer Park Jr/sr High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Deer Park Jr/sr High School a Title I school?

No, Deer Park Jr/sr High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deer Park Jr/sr High School?

51.6% of students at Deer Park Jr/sr High School 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
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.7%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Deer Park Community City
District Enrollment
1,093
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,672
District Rank
#2 of 2

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