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#3258 of 3,441 schools in OH

North College Hill Middle School

Middle School · North College Hill City

1624 W Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45239

Enrollment

443

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

3.5

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,258 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#154 of 171

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

North College Hill City

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North College Hill Middle School

3.5/10

Middle School in Cincinnati · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

North College Hill High School

4.8/10

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2.8/10

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About North College Hill Middle School

North College Hill Middle School is a public middle school in Cincinnati, OH, part of North College Hill City. North College Hill Middle School serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North College Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,258 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for North College Hill Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts below OH schools
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at North College Hill Middle 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 Progress2.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.55 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-26.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,963
Chronic Absenteeism50.1%

North College Hill Middle School — Students at North College Hill Middle School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
14.6%
ELA
26.6%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How North College Hill Middle School Compares

See how North College Hill Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.5/10
5th percentile in OH
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 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

1624 W Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45239

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North College Hill Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CENTRAL BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cincinnati Achievement Academy (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MERCY MCAULEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
North College Hill High School Cincinnati 0.0 mi 4.8
North College Hill Trojan Way Learning Center Cincinnati 0.2 mi 2.8
North College Hill Elementary School North College Hill 0.4 mi 4.1
Mt. Healthy Preparatory and Fitness Academy Cincinnati 1.0 mi 3.8
MT. HEALTHY VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mount Healthy 1.0 mi
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School Cincinnati 1.1 mi 4.3
Elevated Excellence Academy Cincinnati 1.2 mi 3.8
MERCY MCAULEY HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.3 mi 6.4
Pleasant Hill Academy Cincinnati 1.2 mi 3.9
College Hill Fundamental Academy Cincinnati 1.5 mi 4.2
Mt Healthy High School Cincinnati 1.5 mi 3.2
Mt Healthy Junior High School Cincinnati 1.5 mi 4.5
Summit Academy Transition High School-Cincinnati Cincinnati 1.5 mi 4.7
Mt. Healthy Early Learning Center Mount Healthy 1.6 mi 5.3
Aiken New Tech High School Cincinnati 1.9 mi 3.4
Rising Stars at Aiken New Tech/College Hill Cincinnati 1.9 mi 5.6
Struble Elementary School Cincinnati 1.6 mi 5.9
CENTRAL BAPTIST ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.7 mi 7.9
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.7 mi 6.0
Cincinnati Achievement Academy Cincinnati 2.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,276

Median Home Value

$155,500

Median Rent

$949/mo

Population

29,035

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

33.5

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NORTHRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Dayton, OH 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North College Hill Middle School

What grades does North College Hill Middle School serve?

North College Hill Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend North College Hill Middle School?

North College Hill Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North College Hill Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at North College Hill Middle School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North College Hill Middle School rank in OH?

North College Hill Middle School ranks #3,258 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is North College Hill Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

North College Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 North College Hill Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North College Hill Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is North College Hill Middle School a charter school?

No, North College Hill Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North College Hill Middle School a Title I school?

No, North College Hill Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.1%

District

North College Hill City
District Enrollment
1,415
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,963
District Rank
#3 of 4

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