Below Average
#2885 of 3,441 schools in OH
Ethel M. Taylor Academy
Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools
1930 Fricke Road, Cincinnati, OH 45225
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,885 of 3,441
In Cincinnati
#116 of 171
public schools
In district
#40 of 65
Cincinnati Public Schools
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Ethel M. Taylor Academy
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About Ethel M. Taylor Academy
Ethel M. Taylor Academy is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Ethel M.
Taylor Academy serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ethel M. Taylor Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,885 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Ethel M. Taylor Academy show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
72% of students at Ethel M. Taylor Academy 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
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Ethel M. Taylor Academy — Students at Ethel M. Taylor Academy score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.2/10.
How Ethel M. Taylor Academy Compares
See how Ethel M. Taylor Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1930 Fricke Road, Cincinnati, OH 45225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ethel M. Taylor Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clifton Area Neighborhood School (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairview-Clifton German Language School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANNUNCIATION (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leap Academy at North Fairmount Cincinnati | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Roll Hill School Cincinnati | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| DEPAUL CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Chase School Cincinnati | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ST BONIFACE SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Orion Academy Cincinnati | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Parker Woods Montessori School Cincinnati | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Roberts Academy Cincinnati | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Fairview-Clifton German Language School Cincinnati | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| ANNUNCIATION Cincinnati | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Clifton Area Neighborhood School Cincinnati | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| IDEA Greater Cincinnati Inc Cincinnati | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Rees E. Price Academy Cincinnati | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| CLIFTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Hughes STEM High School Cincinnati | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| UNIVERSAL MUSLIM ACADEMY Cincinnati | 2.2 mi | — |
| RESURRECTION SCHOOL Cincinnati | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ST CATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Cincinnati | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Cincinnati Technology Academy Cincinnati | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$22,320
Median Home Value
$108,400
Median Rent
$639/mo
Population
9,451
College Educated
8.6%
Homeownership
12.7%
Poverty Rate
55.8%
Median Age
27
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ethel M. Taylor Academy
What grades does Ethel M. Taylor Academy serve?
Ethel M. Taylor Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ethel M. Taylor Academy?
Ethel M. Taylor Academy has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ethel M. Taylor Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ethel M. Taylor Academy is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ethel M. Taylor Academy rank in OH?
Ethel M. Taylor Academy ranks #2,885 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Ethel M. Taylor Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ethel M. Taylor Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Ethel M. Taylor Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ethel M. Taylor Academy has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ethel M. Taylor Academy a charter school?
No, Ethel M. Taylor Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ethel M. Taylor Academy a Title I school?
No, Ethel M. Taylor Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 236
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.6%
- Phone
- (513) 363-3600
Resources & Links
District
Cincinnati Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 34,860
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,415
- District Rank
- #40 of 65
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