Excellent
#100 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 14% of private schools
Hillcrest Academy
High School
246 BONHAM RD, Cincinnati, OH 45215
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#100 of 713
In Cincinnati
#23 of 77
public schools
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Hillcrest Academy
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About Hillcrest Academy
Hillcrest Academy is a private high school in Cincinnati, OH. Hillcrest Academy serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- OH avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Hillcrest Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.7:1 students to teachers, Hillcrest Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hillcrest Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Hillcrest Academy compares to 80 public schools serving similar grades in Cincinnati, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OH.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in OH
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
246 BONHAM RD, Cincinnati, OH 45215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillcrest Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Wyoming High School (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Wyoming), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Finneytown Secondary Campus (rated 4.8/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Avenue Elementary School Wyoming | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Hilltop Elementary School Wyoming | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Woodlawn Elementary School Cincinnati | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Wyoming High School Wyoming | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Wyoming Middle School Wyoming | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| TERRY S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.6 mi | — |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Elm Avenue Elementary School Wyoming | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Glendale Elementary School Cincinnati | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Finneytown Elementary Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Lincoln Heights Elementary School Cincinnati | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ST GABRIEL CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL Cincinnati | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Finneytown Secondary Campus Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Early Childhood Center Cincinnati | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Hartwell School Cincinnati | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Winton Woods Intermediate School Cincinnati | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Winton Woods Primary Cincinnati | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Winton Woods Elementary School Cincinnati | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| BETHANY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Lockland Elementary School Lockland | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,949
Median Home Value
$200,100
Median Rent
$954/mo
Population
30,806
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
56.7%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillcrest Academy
What grades does Hillcrest Academy serve?
Hillcrest Academy serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Hillcrest Academy?
Hillcrest Academy has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Academy is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hillcrest Academy rank in OH?
Hillcrest Academy ranks #100 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Hillcrest Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillcrest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hillcrest Academy a private school?
Yes, Hillcrest Academy is a private all-boys school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hillcrest Academy a religious school?
No, Hillcrest Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 252 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hamilton County
- Phone
- (513) 552-1310
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