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#2904 of 3,441 schools in OH

Mt Healthy Junior High School

Middle School · Mt Healthy City

8101 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231

Enrollment

458

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

4.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,904 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#117 of 171

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Mt Healthy City

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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4.5/10

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About Mt Healthy Junior High School

Mt Healthy Junior High School is a public middle school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Mt Healthy City. Mt Healthy Junior High School serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Healthy Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,904 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Mt Healthy Junior High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below OH schools
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

54% of students at Mt Healthy Junior 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-27.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,952
Chronic Absenteeism53.7%

Mt Healthy Junior High School — Students at Mt Healthy Junior High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.6% (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
42%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
27%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Mt Healthy Junior High School Compares

See how Mt Healthy Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in OH
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.7%

Programs & Offerings

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

8101 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt Healthy Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CENTRAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Struble Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Mt Healthy High School Cincinnati 0.0 mi 3.2
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School Cincinnati 0.4 mi 4.3
MT. HEALTHY VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mount Healthy 0.5 mi
Mt. Healthy Preparatory and Fitness Academy Cincinnati 0.6 mi 3.8
Mt. Healthy Early Learning Center Mount Healthy 0.9 mi 5.3
CENTRAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.4 mi 8.5
North College Hill High School Cincinnati 1.5 mi 4.8
North College Hill Middle School Cincinnati 1.5 mi 3.5
North College Hill Elementary School North College Hill 1.7 mi 4.1
North College Hill Trojan Way Learning Center Cincinnati 1.7 mi 2.8
Mt. Healthy North Elementary School Cincinnati 1.7 mi 4.6
Taylor Elementary School Cincinnati 1.8 mi 4.7
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.2 mi 6.0
Finneytown Secondary Campus Cincinnati 2.1 mi 4.8
Houston Educational Service and Early Childhood Center Cincinnati 2.1 mi 3.2
Elevated Excellence Academy Cincinnati 2.7 mi 3.8
Struble Elementary School Cincinnati 2.4 mi 5.9
Northwest High School Cincinnati 2.5 mi 3.7
Pleasant Hill Academy Cincinnati 2.7 mi 3.9
HEAVEN'S TREASURES ACADEMY Cincinnati 2.2 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45231 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,140

Median Home Value

$164,900

Median Rent

$1,118/mo

Population

40,852

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

71.6%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hamilton Middle School Columbus, OH 4.5
Heskett Middle School Bedford, OH 4.5
Licking Valley Middle School Newark, OH 4.5
Litchfield Community Learning Center Akron, OH 4.5
Longfellow Middle School Lorain, OH 4.5
Zanesville Middle School Zanesville, OH 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt Healthy Junior High School

What grades does Mt Healthy Junior High School serve?

Mt Healthy Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Mt Healthy Junior High School?

Mt Healthy Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Healthy Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt Healthy Junior High School 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 Mt Healthy Junior High School rank in OH?

Mt Healthy Junior High School ranks #2,904 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Mt Healthy Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt Healthy Junior High School 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 Mt Healthy Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt Healthy Junior High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mt Healthy Junior High School a charter school?

No, Mt Healthy Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mt Healthy Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Mt Healthy Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.7%

District

Mt Healthy City
District Enrollment
2,842
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,952
District Rank
#3 of 5

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