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Rockdale Academy

Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools

335 Rockdale Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45229

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,381 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#84 of 171

public schools

In district

#27 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

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Rockdale Academy

5.4/10

Elementary School in Cincinnati · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

South Avondale School

3.6/10

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2.3/10

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About Rockdale Academy

Rockdale Academy is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Rockdale Academy serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockdale Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,381 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Rockdale Academy show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Rockdale Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

68% of students at Rockdale 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 Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-28.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism67.9%

Rockdale Academy — Students at Rockdale Academy score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.9% (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
39%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
9.9%
ELA
26.8%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Rockdale Academy Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in OH
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.9%

Location

335 Rockdale Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45229

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rockdale Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clifton Area Neighborhood School (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairview-Clifton German Language School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
South Avondale School Cincinnati 0.0 mi 3.6
ReGeneration Schools Avondale Elementary Cincinnati 0.4 mi 2.3
North Avondale Montessori School Cincinnati 0.9 mi 4.6
ZION TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.0 mi 6.4
THE NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI Cincinnati 1.1 mi 8.7
CLIFTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.0 mi 5.7
Dohn Community Cincinnati 1.3 mi 2.7
ANNUNCIATION Cincinnati 1.0 mi 8.0
Clifton Area Neighborhood School Cincinnati 1.1 mi 8.5
Dampe Community School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 2.1
Fairview-Clifton German Language School Cincinnati 1.1 mi 8.1
Priority High School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 3.5
ST CLEMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Bernard 1.4 mi 7.2
CORRYVILLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.3 mi 7.5
St Bernard-Elmwood Place Elementary School Saint Bernard 1.4 mi 6.2
Walnut Hills High School Cincinnati 1.1 mi 8.7
Queen City Career Prep High School Cincinnati 1.4 mi 3.2
Spencer Center for Gifted and Exceptional Students Cincinnati 1.3 mi 7.2
Frederick Douglass School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 4.2
St Bernard-Elmwood Place Junior/Senior High School Saint Bernard 1.6 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$30,829

Median Home Value

$316,000

Median Rent

$831/mo

Population

14,000

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

28.8%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

40.9%

Median Age

37.9

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Portage Path Community Learning Center Akron, OH 5.4
Rising Stars at Carthage Cincinnati, OH 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rockdale Academy

What grades does Rockdale Academy serve?

Rockdale Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Rockdale Academy?

Rockdale Academy has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockdale Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Rockdale Academy is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rockdale Academy rank in OH?

Rockdale Academy ranks #2,381 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Rockdale Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Rockdale Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Rockdale Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rockdale Academy has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rockdale Academy a charter school?

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

Is Rockdale Academy a Title I school?

No, Rockdale Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.9%

District

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

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