Average
#1586 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 46% in state
Mt. Washington School
Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools
1730 Mears Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45230
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,586 of 3,441
In Cincinnati
#60 of 171
public schools
In district
#17 of 65
Cincinnati Public Schools
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Mt. Washington School
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About Mt. Washington School
Mt. Washington School is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Mt.
Washington School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Washington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,586 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Washington School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Mt. Washington 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
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Mt. Washington School — Students at Mt. Washington School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.6/10.
How Mt. Washington School Compares
See how Mt. Washington School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1730 Mears Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45230
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Washington School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mariemont Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kilgour School (rated 9.5/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mercer Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARCHBISHOP MCNICHOLAS HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Sands Montessori School Cincinnati | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Maddux Elementary School Cincinnati | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Mercer Elementary School Cincinnati | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Turpin High School Cincinnati | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Sherwood Elementary School Cincinnati | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| KINDERCARE LEANING CENTER Cincinnati | 2.0 mi | — |
| Anderson High School Cincinnati | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Wilson Elementary School Cincinnati | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ST URSULA VILLA SCHOOL Cincinnati | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Cincinnati | 3.0 mi | — |
| Nagel Middle School Cincinnati | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Mariemont Junior High School Cincinnati | 4.0 mi | 9.8 |
| Kilgour School Cincinnati | 3.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Mariemont Elementary School Cincinnati | 4.2 mi | 9.6 |
| CINCINNATI WALDORF SCHOOL Cincinnati | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CARDINAL PACELLI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PHILIP SCHOOL Melbourne | 4.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Johnson Elementary School Fort Thomas | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45230 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,100
Median Home Value
$237,200
Median Rent
$962/mo
Population
26,923
College Educated
54%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASCENSION SCHOOL Kettering, OH | 6.6 |
| Adamsville Elementary School Adamsville, OH | 6.6 |
| Benjamin Harrison Elementary School Marion, OH | 6.6 |
| Brookfield Elementary School Brookfield, OH | 6.6 |
| Burlington Elementary School South Point, OH | 6.6 |
| CARDINAL PACELLI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati, OH | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Washington School
What grades does Mt. Washington School serve?
Mt. Washington School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Mt. Washington School?
Mt. Washington School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Washington School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Washington School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Washington School rank in OH?
Mt. Washington School ranks #1,586 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Mt. Washington School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Washington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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. Washington School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Washington School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mt. Washington School a charter school?
No, Mt. Washington School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Washington School a Title I school?
No, Mt. Washington School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.9%
- Phone
- (513) 363-3800
Resources & Links
District
Cincinnati Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 34,860
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,415
- District Rank
- #17 of 65
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