Excellent

#82 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 11% of private schools

Ohr Torah Cincinnati

Elementary School

4131 MATSON AVE, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

2.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

2.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#82 of 713

In Cincinnati

#17 of 77

public schools

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About Ohr Torah Cincinnati

Ohr Torah Cincinnati is a private elementary school in Cincinnati, OH. Ohr Torah Cincinnati serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 2.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ohr Torah Cincinnati has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares1.4 pts above OH schools

8.1

This school 8.1 · Excellent
OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 81 students, Ohr Torah Cincinnati is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 2.7:1 students to teachers, Ohr Torah Cincinnati sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Ohr Torah Cincinnati is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Ohr Torah Cincinnati compares to 152 public schools serving similar grades in Cincinnati, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

2.7:1

This School

17.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

527

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

8.1

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.9% vs 0%

Black 4.9% vs 0%

Ohr Torah Cincinnati Cincinnati Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Ohr Torah Cincinnati (this school)	—	81	2.7:1	8.1
Amity Elementary School	0.4 mi	589	16.4:1	7.2
Deer Park Jr/Sr High School	0.4 mi	504	12:1	6.8
Silverton Elementary	0.7 mi	302	12.1:1	5.3
Woodford Academy	1.8 mi	334	12.8:1	4.6
Blue Ash Elementary	1.8 mi	618	18.7:1	9.0
Madeira Preschool	2.0 mi	88	—:1	3.5
T.C.P. World Academy	2.3 mi	353	23.5:1	5.1
Cincinnati Classical Academy	2.3 mi	602	18.2:1	6.7
Madeira Elementary School	2.3 mi	864	21.1:1	8.7
Sycamore Junior High School	2.3 mi	859	17.9:1	8.9
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School	2.4 mi	754	22.8:1	7.3
Edwin H Greene Intermediate Middle School	2.7 mi	943	18.9:1	9.0
Shroder High School	2.8 mi	743	16.9:1	4.2
John P. Parker School	2.9 mi	362	15.7:1	6.8
Lighthouse School	2.9 mi	55	6.1:1	5.5
Maple Dale Elementary School	3.0 mi	582	18.2:1	9.2
Montgomery Elementary School	3.0 mi	523	18.7:1	9.4
Indian Hill Middle School	3.1 mi	548	13:1	9.5
Indian Hill Primary Elementary School	3.3 mi	492	19.7:1	6.7
Roselawn Condon School	3.3 mi	399	12.5:1	4.2

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OH.

Classroom Attention

A+ 9.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7.4 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,332

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 20%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.6 / 10

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Enrollment 81

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in OH

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 88.9%

Two or More 6.2%

Black 4.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4131 MATSON AVE, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ohr Torah Cincinnati may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blue Ash Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST VINCENT FERRER SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
AL PI DARKO INITIATIVE BDA OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati	0.0 mi	84	8.0
LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL Cincinnati	0.4 mi	99	8.1
Amity Elementary School Cincinnati	0.4 mi	589	7.2
Deer Park Jr/Sr High School Cincinnati	0.4 mi	504	6.8
Silverton Elementary Cincinnati	0.7 mi	302	5.3
ST VINCENT FERRER SCHOOL Cincinnati	1.0 mi	142	8.7
KENNEDY HEIGHTS MONTESSORI CENTER Cincinnati	1.4 mi	11	—
Blue Ash Elementary Cincinnati	1.8 mi	618	9.0
Woodford Academy Cincinnati	1.8 mi	334	4.6
Reading Elementary School Reading	1.9 mi	776	7.1
Reading Junior Senior High School Reading	1.9 mi	666	5.4
Madeira High School Cincinnati	1.8 mi	442	9.1
ROCKWERN ACADEMY Cincinnati	1.9 mi	108	8.1
MOUNT NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati	2.0 mi	727	6.3
Cincinnati Classical Academy Cincinnati	2.3 mi	602	6.7
Madeira Preschool Cincinnati	2.0 mi	88	3.5
T.C.P. World Academy Cincinnati	2.3 mi	353	5.1
NATIVITY SCHOOL Cincinnati	2.3 mi	401	6.6
Sycamore Junior High School Cincinnati	2.3 mi	859	8.9
ST GERTRUDE SCHOOL Cincinnati	2.3 mi	317	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,990

Median Home Value

$218,900

Median Rent

$1,155/mo

Population

24,648

College Educated

50.8%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
EASTWOOD SDA JR ACADEMY Westerville, OH	92	8.1
LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL Cincinnati, OH	99	8.1
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairview Park, OH	113	8.1
ROCKWERN ACADEMY Cincinnati, OH	108	8.1
Superior School for the Performing Arts East Cleveland, OH	69	8.1
AL PI DARKO INITIATIVE BDA OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati, OH	84	8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ohr Torah Cincinnati

What grades does Ohr Torah Cincinnati serve?

Ohr Torah Cincinnati serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Ohr Torah Cincinnati?

Ohr Torah Cincinnati has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ohr Torah Cincinnati?

The student-teacher ratio at Ohr Torah Cincinnati is 2.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ohr Torah Cincinnati rank in OH?

Ohr Torah Cincinnati ranks #82 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Ohr Torah Cincinnati's MySchoolScout rating?

Ohr Torah Cincinnati has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ohr Torah Cincinnati a private school?

Yes, Ohr Torah Cincinnati is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Ohr Torah Cincinnati a religious school?

Ohr Torah Cincinnati has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 79 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 48 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 81
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 2.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 30
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 7.4 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Hamilton County
Phone: (513) 351-1482

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