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Very Good

#1333 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 39% in state

Evanston Academy

Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools

1835 Fairfax Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45207

Enrollment

261

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,333 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#46 of 171

public schools

In district

#11 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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7.0/10

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

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About Evanston Academy

Evanston Academy is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Evanston Academy serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Evanston Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,333 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Evanston Academy show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Evanston 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism47.9%

Evanston Academy — Students at Evanston Academy score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.5% (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
59%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
35.5%
ELA
43.3%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Evanston Academy Compares

See how Evanston Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
61th percentile in OH
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.9%

Location

1835 Fairfax Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Evanston Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL -DOHERTY CAMPUS (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MERCY MONTESSORI CENTER (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Williams Avenue Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Norwood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PURCELL MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.3 mi 7.7
THE SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL -DOHERTY CAMPUS Cincinnati 0.5 mi 8.8
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.4 mi 6.5
Alliance Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati 0.5 mi 5.5
Academy Of World Languages School Cincinnati 0.4 mi 4.8
Walnut Hills High School Cincinnati 0.7 mi 8.7
THE SUMMIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.7 mi 8.0
MONTESSORI CENTER ROOM Cincinnati 0.9 mi
ST URSULA ACADEMY Cincinnati 0.9 mi 7.2
ST URSULA ACADEMY Cincinnati 0.9 mi 7.2
MERCY MONTESSORI CENTER Cincinnati 0.9 mi 8.1
Frederick Douglass School Cincinnati 0.8 mi 4.2
Spencer Center for Gifted and Exceptional Students Cincinnati 0.9 mi 7.2
Dayton High School Dayton 1.2 mi 8.5
Withrow University High School Cincinnati 1.1 mi 2.8
Lincoln Elementary School Dayton 1.4 mi 6.6
Williams Avenue Elementary School Norwood 1.4 mi 8.0
Dampe Community School Cincinnati 1.2 mi 2.1
Priority High School Cincinnati 1.2 mi 3.5
Queen City Career Prep High School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,833

Median Home Value

$192,400

Median Rent

$990/mo

Population

7,089

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

57.9%

Avg Commute

17.2 min

Poverty Rate

20.8%

Median Age

25.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Evanston Academy

What grades does Evanston Academy serve?

Evanston Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Evanston Academy?

Evanston Academy has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Evanston Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Evanston Academy is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Evanston Academy rank in OH?

Evanston Academy ranks #1,333 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Evanston Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Evanston Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Evanston Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Evanston Academy has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Evanston Academy a charter school?

No, Evanston Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Evanston Academy a Title I school?

No, Evanston Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.9%

District

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

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