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Rothenberg Preparatory Academy

Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools

241 E Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,314 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#159 of 171

public schools

In district

#60 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

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Rothenberg Preparatory Academy

3.2/10

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

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About Rothenberg Preparatory Academy

Rothenberg Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Rothenberg Preparatory Academy serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rothenberg Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,314 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Rothenberg Preparatory Academy show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

80% of students at Rothenberg Preparatory 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 Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-36.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism79.8%

Rothenberg Preparatory Academy — Students at Rothenberg Preparatory Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.5% (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
37%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
15.6%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Rothenberg Preparatory Academy Compares

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

Overall Score
3.2/10
4th percentile in OH
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
79.8%

Location

241 E Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rothenberg Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORRYVILLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Hays-Jennie Porter School (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Rising Stars at Vine Cincinnati 0.1 mi 5.6
ST FRANCIS SERAPH SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.5 mi 6.3
UNIVERSAL MUSLIM ACADEMY Cincinnati 0.5 mi
CORRYVILLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.6 mi 7.5
Mount Auburn Preparatory Academy Cincinnati 0.5 mi 6.0
Hughes STEM High School Cincinnati 0.7 mi 3.8
William H Taft Elementary School Cincinnati 0.6 mi 5.8
ALDERSGATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 0.6 mi 8.2
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School Cincinnati 0.8 mi 2.8
Virtual High School Cincinnati 0.8 mi 3.6
Rising Stars at Ezzard Charles Cincinnati 0.8 mi 5.1
Cincinnati Digital Academy Cincinnati 0.8 mi 1.9
School For Creative and Performing Arts Cincinnati 0.9 mi 5.8
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy Cincinnati 0.9 mi 5.2
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.0 mi 6.9
George Hays-Jennie Porter School Cincinnati 1.1 mi 7.1
Dohn Community Cincinnati 1.1 mi 2.7
Queen City Career Prep High School Cincinnati 1.4 mi 3.2
Priority High School Cincinnati 1.4 mi 3.5
Dampe Community School Cincinnati 1.5 mi 2.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,930

Median Home Value

$444,000

Median Rent

$1,524/mo

Population

17,022

College Educated

62.6%

Homeownership

23.5%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

32.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rothenberg Preparatory Academy

What grades does Rothenberg Preparatory Academy serve?

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

How many students attend Rothenberg Preparatory Academy?

Rothenberg Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rothenberg Preparatory Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Rothenberg Preparatory Academy is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rothenberg Preparatory Academy rank in OH?

Rothenberg Preparatory Academy ranks #3,314 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Rothenberg Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Rothenberg Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Rothenberg Preparatory Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rothenberg Preparatory Academy has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rothenberg Preparatory Academy a charter school?

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

Is Rothenberg Preparatory Academy a Title I school?

No, Rothenberg Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
79.8%

District

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

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