Below Average

#2980 of 3,441 schools in OH

Mt. Healthy South Elementary School

Elementary School · Mt Healthy City

1743 Adams Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45231

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

595

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

4.3

Grades

1st – 6th

Enrollment

595

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

4.3

Grades

1st – 6th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,980 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#120 of 171

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Mt Healthy City

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Mt. Healthy South Elementary School

Mt. Healthy South Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Mt Healthy City. Mt.

Healthy South Elementary School serves approximately 595 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Healthy South Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,980 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Mt. Healthy South Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district

4.3

This school 4.3 · Below Average
District avg 4.7
OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at Mt. Healthy South Elementary 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 Progress3.1Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-4.15 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency19.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency27.2% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-24.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile15th

Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$19,952

Chronic Absenteeism50.1%

Mt. Healthy South Elementary School — Students at Mt. Healthy South Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 44.2% (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

71%

ELA

71%

2010

Math

61%

ELA

66%

2011

Math

67%

ELA

69%

2012

Math

61%

ELA

65%

2013

Math

60%

ELA

65%

2014

Math

47%

ELA

50%

2015

Math

35%

ELA

31%

2016

Math

39%

ELA

32%

2017

Math

43%

ELA

37%

2018

Math

38%

ELA

33%

2019

Math

38%

ELA

33%

2020*

Math

12%

ELA

20%

2021*

Math

12%

ELA

20%

2022

Math

19.4%

ELA

27.2%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How Mt. Healthy South Elementary School Compares

See how Mt. Healthy South Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.3/10

13th percentile in OH

Academic

3.3/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

3.1/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

8.8/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

48 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

50.1%

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

1743 Adams Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45231

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt. Healthy South Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Struble Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MT. HEALTHY VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mount Healthy	0.2 mi	85	—
Mt. Healthy Preparatory and Fitness Academy Cincinnati	0.2 mi	195	3.8
Mt Healthy High School Cincinnati	0.4 mi	842	3.2
Mt Healthy Junior High School Cincinnati	0.4 mi	458	4.5
North College Hill High School Cincinnati	1.1 mi	395	4.8
North College Hill Middle School Cincinnati	1.1 mi	443	3.5
Mt. Healthy Early Learning Center Mount Healthy	1.0 mi	290	5.3
North College Hill Trojan Way Learning Center Cincinnati	1.4 mi	101	2.8
North College Hill Elementary School North College Hill	1.3 mi	476	4.1
CENTRAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cincinnati	1.8 mi	68	8.5
Mt. Healthy North Elementary School Cincinnati	2.1 mi	572	4.6
Elevated Excellence Academy Cincinnati	2.3 mi	61	3.8
Pleasant Hill Academy Cincinnati	2.3 mi	412	3.9
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati	1.9 mi	400	6.0
MERCY MCAULEY HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati	2.4 mi	420	6.4
Taylor Elementary School Cincinnati	2.0 mi	749	4.7
Struble Elementary School Cincinnati	2.1 mi	807	5.9
Finneytown Secondary Campus Cincinnati	2.0 mi	536	4.8
College Hill Fundamental Academy Cincinnati	2.6 mi	433	4.2
Houston Educational Service and Early Childhood Center Cincinnati	2.1 mi	219	3.2

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt. Healthy South Elementary School

What grades does Mt. Healthy South Elementary School serve?

Mt. Healthy South Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 6th.

How many students attend Mt. Healthy South Elementary School?

Mt. Healthy South Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 595 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Healthy South Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Healthy South Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mt. Healthy South Elementary School rank in OH?

Mt. Healthy South Elementary School ranks #2,980 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Mt. Healthy South Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt. Healthy South Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 South Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Healthy South Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mt. Healthy South Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mt. Healthy South Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mt. Healthy South Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 39 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 1st – 6th
Enrollment: 595
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 48
Type: regular
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 50.1%
Phone: (513) 728-4683

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District

Mt Healthy City

District Enrollment: 2,842
Schools in District: 6
Per-Pupil Spending: $19,952
District Rank: #4 of 5

Other Schools in This District

Mt. Healthy Early Learning Center 5.3 Mt. Healthy North Elementary School 4.6 Mt Healthy Junior High School 4.5 Mt Healthy High School 3.2 MT. HEALTHY VIRTUAL ACADEMY

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