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Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School

High School · Cincinnati Public Schools

420 Ezzard Charles Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45214

Enrollment

715

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

2.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,391 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#164 of 171

public schools

In district

#62 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

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Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School

2.8/10

High School in Cincinnati · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School

Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is a public high school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Robert A.

Taft Information Technology High School serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,391 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.1
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

82% of students at Robert A. Taft Information Technology High 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.2Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-7.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-35.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate67%
AP Participation3.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism81.7%

Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School — Students at Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School score 12% 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, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.4% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
6%
ELA
8%
2016
Math
6%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
9.8%
ELA
14.5%

* 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: 1.2/10.

How Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School Compares

See how Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.8/10
2th percentile in OH
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
11
6 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
81.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
3.9% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
6 boys'·5 girls'·16 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

420 Ezzard Charles Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hughes STEM High School (rated 3.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Virtual High School (rated 3.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dohn Community (rated 2.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Virtual High School Cincinnati 0.1 mi 3.6
Rising Stars at Ezzard Charles Cincinnati 0.1 mi 5.1
Cincinnati Digital Academy Cincinnati 0.1 mi 1.9
George Hays-Jennie Porter School Cincinnati 0.3 mi 7.1
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.2 mi 6.9
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy Cincinnati 0.3 mi 5.2
School For Creative and Performing Arts Cincinnati 0.3 mi 5.8
ST FRANCIS SERAPH SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.5 mi 6.3
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy Cincinnati 0.8 mi 3.2
Rising Stars at Vine Cincinnati 0.9 mi 5.6
UNIVERSAL MUSLIM ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.0 mi
ALDERSGATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.0 mi 8.2
Hughes STEM High School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 3.8
Mount Auburn Preparatory Academy Cincinnati 1.2 mi 6.0
William H Taft Elementary School Cincinnati 1.2 mi 5.8
CORRYVILLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.4 mi 7.5
Transformational Learning Center Covington 1.9 mi 6.0
Oyler School Cincinnati 1.6 mi 4.1
Dohn Community Cincinnati 1.8 mi 2.7
John G Carlisle Elementary Covington 2.1 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$26,348

Median Home Value

$102,000

Median Rent

$762/mo

Population

9,077

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

24.3%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

44.5%

Median Age

31.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School

What grades does Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School serve?

Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School?

Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School rank in OH?

Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School ranks #3,391 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School a charter school?

No, Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School a Title I school?

No, Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
72 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
81.7%
4-Year Graduation
67.0%

District

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

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