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#765 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 22% in state

James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School

Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools

2700 Felicity Pl, Cincinnati, OH 45211

Enrollment

478

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#765 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#34 of 171

public schools

In district

#7 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School

7.9/10

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About James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School

James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. James N.

Gamble Montessori Elementary School serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #765 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendImproving
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School — Students at James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
20.9%
ELA
35.5%

* 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: 10.0/10.

How James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School Compares

See how James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
78th percentile in OH
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Location

2700 Felicity Pl, Cincinnati, OH 45211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST TERESA OF AVILA SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST CATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST MARTIN OF TOURS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST CATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.3 mi 7.0
Westwood School Cincinnati 0.7 mi 6.7
James N. Gamble Montessori High School Cincinnati 1.0 mi 4.2
Rising Stars at Cheviot/Westwood Cincinnati 1.1 mi 5.1
Dater Montessori School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 6.9
Roll Hill School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 4.2
Midway School Cincinnati 1.4 mi 4.5
Leap Academy at North Fairmount Cincinnati 1.4 mi 6.8
Western Hills University High School Cincinnati 1.8 mi 2.6
Gilbert A. Dater High School Cincinnati 1.8 mi 3.6
RESURRECTION SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.9 mi 6.8
ST MARTIN OF TOURS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.5 mi 7.0
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.7 mi 6.4
Covedale School Cincinnati 2.0 mi 4.9
AchievePoint Career Academy - Cincinnati Cincinnati 1.9 mi 4.9
Cheviot School Cincinnati 1.8 mi 6.6
OUR LADY OF LOURDES Cincinnati 1.8 mi 6.1
ST TERESA OF AVILA SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.2 mi 7.9
Carson School Cincinnati 2.4 mi 4.0
Ethel M. Taylor Academy Cincinnati 1.9 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,582

Median Home Value

$156,600

Median Rent

$915/mo

Population

37,234

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

51.2%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

18%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School

What grades does James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School serve?

James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School?

James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School rank in OH?

James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School ranks #765 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School a charter school?

No, James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School a Title I school?

No, James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

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

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