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#142 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 20% of private schools

Purcell Marian High School

High School

2935 HACKBERRY ST, Cincinnati, OH 45206

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

360

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

360

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#142 of 713

In Cincinnati

#31 of 77

public schools

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About Purcell Marian High School

Purcell Marian High School is a private high school in Cincinnati, OH. Purcell Marian High School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Purcell Marian High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares1.8 pts above OH schools

7.7

This school 7.7 · Very Good
OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Purcell Marian High School 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.

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How Purcell Marian High School compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Cincinnati, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.9:1

This School

18.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

360

This School

832

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.7

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 64.7% vs 0%

White 21.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 10.6% vs 0%

Purcell Marian High School Cincinnati Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Purcell Marian High School (this school)	—	360	11.9:1	7.7
Spencer Center for Gifted and Exceptional Students	0.6 mi	336	12:1	7.2
Walnut Hills High School	0.7 mi	2,500	19.2:1	8.7
Priority High School	0.9 mi	170	56.7:1	3.5
Queen City Career Prep High School	0.9 mi	75	10.7:1	3.2
Dohn Community	1.3 mi	1,675	32.8:1	2.7
Withrow University High School	1.4 mi	1,328	15.8:1	2.8
Mount Auburn Preparatory Academy	1.8 mi	440	24.4:1	6.0
Riverview East Academy	2.1 mi	487	11.9:1	4.0
Hughes STEM High School	2.5 mi	1,156	15.6:1	3.8
Clark Montessori High School	2.5 mi	751	19.3:1	5.0
School For Creative and Performing Arts	2.8 mi	1,296	16.2:1	5.8
Virtual High School	3.0 mi	256	51.2:1	3.6
Cincinnati Digital Academy	3.0 mi	516	27.2:1	1.9
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School	3.0 mi	715	16.2:1	2.8
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy	3.2 mi	975	15.5:1	5.2
Woodward Career Technical High School	4.1 mi	846	13.9:1	3.1
Shroder High School	4.3 mi	743	16.9:1	4.2
Roberts Academy	4.4 mi	726	14.8:1	4.8
Oyler School	4.5 mi	503	14:1	4.1
Lighthouse School	5.0 mi	55	6.1:1	5.5

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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

B+ 6.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.9:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.0 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 52%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 360

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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)

Black 64.7%

White 21.9%

Hispanic 10.6%

Two or More 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2935 HACKBERRY ST, Cincinnati, OH 45206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Purcell Marian High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Walnut Hills High School (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dayton High School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Dayton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST URSULA ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Cincinnati	0.1 mi	210	6.5
THE SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL -DOHERTY CAMPUS Cincinnati	0.3 mi	111	8.8
Evanston Academy Cincinnati	0.3 mi	261	7.0
ST URSULA ACADEMY Cincinnati	0.6 mi	646	7.2
ST URSULA ACADEMY Cincinnati	0.6 mi	646	7.2
MERCY MONTESSORI CENTER Cincinnati	0.6 mi	252	8.1
Frederick Douglass School Cincinnati	0.5 mi	247	4.2
Spencer Center for Gifted and Exceptional Students Cincinnati	0.6 mi	336	7.2
Walnut Hills High School Cincinnati	0.7 mi	2,500	8.7
Alliance Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati	0.8 mi	354	5.5
Academy Of World Languages School Cincinnati	0.7 mi	548	4.8
Dayton High School Dayton	1.0 mi	369	8.5
MONTESSORI CENTER ROOM Cincinnati	0.9 mi	9	—
Dampe Community School Cincinnati	0.9 mi	102	2.1
THE SUMMIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Cincinnati	0.9 mi	821	8.0
Priority High School Cincinnati	0.9 mi	170	3.5
Lincoln Elementary School Dayton	1.1 mi	501	6.6
Queen City Career Prep High School Cincinnati	0.9 mi	75	3.2
Dohn Community Cincinnati	1.3 mi	1,675	2.7
ZION TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati	1.6 mi	45	6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,128

Median Home Value

$269,900

Median Rent

$849/mo

Population

10,387

College Educated

49.3%

Homeownership

33.4%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

22%

Median Age

37.4

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Arlington Local High School Arlington, OH	252	7.7
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Canton, OH	293	7.7
Crestview High School Convoy, OH	244	7.7
Georgetown Jr/Sr High School Georgetown, OH	429	7.7
Hopewell-Loudon Local High School Bascom, OH	358	7.7
Marion Local High School Maria Stein, OH	275	7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Purcell Marian High School

What grades does Purcell Marian High School serve?

Purcell Marian High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Purcell Marian High School?

Purcell Marian High School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Purcell Marian High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Purcell Marian High School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Purcell Marian High School rank in OH?

Purcell Marian High School ranks #142 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Purcell Marian High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Purcell Marian High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Purcell Marian High School a private school?

Yes, Purcell Marian High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Purcell Marian High School a religious school?

Purcell Marian High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 74 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 48 Some Transit
Bike Score: 57 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 360
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 30
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Hamilton County
Phone: (513) 289-1257

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