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North Avondale Montessori School

Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools

615 Clinton Springs Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45229

Enrollment

591

Student-Teacher

21.1:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,836 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#111 of 171

public schools

In district

#36 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

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North Avondale Montessori School

4.6/10

Elementary School in Cincinnati · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About North Avondale Montessori School

North Avondale Montessori School is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. North Avondale Montessori School serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. North Avondale Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,836 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for North Avondale Montessori School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

North Avondale Montessori School runs 21.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

North Avondale Montessori School — Students at North Avondale Montessori School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.3% (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
68%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
30.9%
ELA
44.7%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How North Avondale Montessori School Compares

See how North Avondale Montessori School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
18th percentile in OH
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

Location

615 Clinton Springs Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45229

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Avondale Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clifton Area Neighborhood School (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairview-Clifton German Language School (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
THE NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI Cincinnati 0.3 mi 8.7
ZION TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 0.4 mi 6.4
ReGeneration Schools Avondale Elementary Cincinnati 0.6 mi 2.3
St Bernard-Elmwood Place Elementary School Saint Bernard 0.7 mi 6.2
St Bernard-Elmwood Place Junior/Senior High School Saint Bernard 0.8 mi 5.7
ST CLEMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Bernard 0.8 mi 7.2
Rockdale Academy Cincinnati 0.9 mi 5.4
South Avondale School Cincinnati 0.9 mi 3.6
Walnut Hills High School Cincinnati 1.2 mi 8.7
Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati Cincinnati 1.6 mi 4.3
CLIFTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.4 mi 5.7
Alliance Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati 1.5 mi 5.5
Spencer Center for Gifted and Exceptional Students Cincinnati 1.8 mi 7.2
Frederick Douglass School Cincinnati 1.8 mi 4.2
Clifton Area Neighborhood School Cincinnati 1.5 mi 8.5
ST ALOYSIUS EDUCATION CENTER Cincinnati 1.6 mi 8.0
Dampe Community School Cincinnati 1.9 mi 2.1
Priority High School Cincinnati 1.9 mi 3.5
Fairview-Clifton German Language School Cincinnati 1.5 mi 8.1
ReGeneration Bond Hill Cincinnati 1.9 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$30,829

Median Home Value

$316,000

Median Rent

$831/mo

Population

14,000

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

28.8%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

40.9%

Median Age

37.9

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Rees E. Price Academy Cincinnati, OH 4.6
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Mentor, OH 4.6
Seiberling Community Learning Center Akron, OH 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Avondale Montessori School

What grades does North Avondale Montessori School serve?

North Avondale Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend North Avondale Montessori School?

North Avondale Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Avondale Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Avondale Montessori School is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Avondale Montessori School rank in OH?

North Avondale Montessori School ranks #2,836 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is North Avondale Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Avondale Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 North Avondale Montessori School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Avondale Montessori School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North Avondale Montessori School a charter school?

No, North Avondale Montessori School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Avondale Montessori School a Title I school?

No, North Avondale Montessori School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

District

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

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