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Pleasant Hill Academy

Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools

1350 W North Bend Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45224

Enrollment

412

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,124 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#138 of 171

public schools

In district

#52 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

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Pleasant Hill Academy

3.9/10

Elementary School in Cincinnati · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Summit Academy Transition High School-cincinnati

4.7/10

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4.2/10

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About Pleasant Hill Academy

Pleasant Hill Academy is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Pleasant Hill Academy serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Hill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,124 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Hill Academy show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

83% of students at Pleasant Hill Academy 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 Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-33.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism82.5%

Pleasant Hill Academy — Students at Pleasant Hill Academy score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.1% (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
41%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
19.6%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Pleasant Hill Academy Compares

See how Pleasant Hill Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
9th percentile in OH
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
82.5%

Location

1350 W North Bend Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pleasant Hill Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cincinnati Achievement Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dublin Preparatory Academy dba Northside Preparatory Academy (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Summit Academy Transition High School-Cincinnati Cincinnati 0.5 mi 4.7
College Hill Fundamental Academy Cincinnati 0.6 mi 4.2
MERCY MCAULEY HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.7 mi 6.4
North College Hill Elementary School North College Hill 1.0 mi 4.1
Rising Stars at Aiken New Tech/College Hill Cincinnati 1.0 mi 5.6
Aiken New Tech High School Cincinnati 1.0 mi 3.4
North College Hill Trojan Way Learning Center Cincinnati 1.1 mi 2.8
North College Hill High School Cincinnati 1.2 mi 4.8
North College Hill Middle School Cincinnati 1.2 mi 3.5
Elevated Excellence Academy Cincinnati 1.0 mi 3.8
CENTRAL BAPTIST ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.3 mi 7.9
ST VIVIAN SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.3 mi 5.3
Mt. Healthy Preparatory and Fitness Academy Cincinnati 2.1 mi 3.8
MT. HEALTHY VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mount Healthy 2.1 mi
Winton Hills Academy Cincinnati 1.9 mi 3.3
Cincinnati Achievement Academy Cincinnati 1.8 mi 6.7
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School Cincinnati 2.3 mi 4.3
Dublin Preparatory Academy dba Northside Preparatory Academy Cincinnati 2.2 mi 6.1
Mt. Healthy Early Learning Center Mount Healthy 2.4 mi 5.3
Parker Woods Montessori School Cincinnati 2.5 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,754

Median Home Value

$174,400

Median Rent

$895/mo

Population

22,186

College Educated

34.1%

Homeownership

60.3%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

42

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Harvard Avenue Performance Academy Cleveland, OH 3.9
Highland Elementary School Columbus, OH 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pleasant Hill Academy

What grades does Pleasant Hill Academy serve?

Pleasant Hill Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend Pleasant Hill Academy?

Pleasant Hill Academy has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill Academy is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pleasant Hill Academy rank in OH?

Pleasant Hill Academy ranks #3,124 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Pleasant Hill Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Pleasant Hill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Pleasant Hill Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Hill Academy has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pleasant Hill Academy a charter school?

No, Pleasant Hill Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pleasant Hill Academy a Title I school?

No, Pleasant Hill Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
82.5%

District

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

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