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#80 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 11% of private schools

Skyward Academy

High School

9994 ZIG ZAG RD, Cincinnati, OH 45242

Private

Enrollment

67

Student-Teacher

5.6:1

Score

8.1

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#80 of 713

In Cincinnati

#16 of 77

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Skyward Academy

8.1/10

High School in Cincinnati · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Maple Dale Elementary School

9.2/10

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9.0/10

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About Skyward Academy

Skyward Academy is a private high school in Cincinnati, OH. Skyward Academy serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Skyward Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #80 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares2.2 pts above OH schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 67 students, Skyward Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Skyward Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Skyward Academy 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Skyward Academy compares to 155 public schools serving similar grades in Cincinnati, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
This School
vs
17.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
67
This School
vs
603
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.1
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 77.6% vs 0%
Black 14.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.5% vs 0%
Skyward Academy Cincinnati Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Skyward Academy (this school) 8.1
Edwin H Greene Intermediate Middle School 9.0
Sycamore Junior High School 8.9
Sycamore High School 8.2
Evendale Elementary School 8.5
Madeira Elementary School 8.7
Amity Elementary School 7.2
Madeira High School 9.1
Deer Park Jr/Sr High School 6.8
Stewart Elementary School 5.7
Cincinnati Classical Academy 6.7
Sharonville Elementary School 6.8
Silverton Elementary 5.3
Indian Hill High School 8.7
Indian Hill Middle School 9.5
Instructional Resource Center
Princeton Innovation Center 5.4
Scarlet Oaks Cdc 5.3
Indian Hill Elementary School 9.5
Lincoln Heights Elementary School 6.5
Woodford Academy 4.6

Showing 20 of 155 schools. View all schools in Cincinnati

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,251.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 37%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 67
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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)

White 77.6%
Black 14.9%
Two or More 6.0%
Hispanic 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9994 ZIG ZAG RD, Cincinnati, OH 45242

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Skyward Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Madeira High School (rated 9.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sycamore High School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, URSULINE ACADEMY OF CINCINNATI (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Maple Dale Elementary School Cincinnati 0.3 mi 9.2
Edwin H Greene Intermediate Middle School Cincinnati 0.6 mi 9.0
URSULINE ACADEMY OF CINCINNATI Cincinnati 0.7 mi 7.2
Montgomery Elementary School Cincinnati 0.8 mi 9.4
Sycamore Junior High School Cincinnati 0.9 mi 8.9
ARCH BISHOP MOELLER HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.5 mi 6.6
Sycamore High School Cincinnati 1.9 mi 8.2
ROCKWERN ACADEMY Cincinnati 2.2 mi 8.1
THE SCHILLING SCHOOL FOR GIFTED CHILDREN Cincinnati 2.1 mi 8.3
Blue Ash Elementary Cincinnati 2.0 mi 9.0
Madeira Preschool Cincinnati 2.7 mi 3.5
Madeira Elementary School Cincinnati 2.7 mi 8.7
Evendale Elementary School Cincinnati 2.2 mi 8.5
SPRINGS EAST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.2 mi
Madeira High School Cincinnati 2.8 mi 9.1
Stewart Elementary School Cincinnati 3.0 mi 5.7
CINCINNATI HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 2.8 mi 7.2
Amity Elementary School Cincinnati 2.8 mi 7.2
LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.8 mi 8.1
Deer Park Jr/Sr High School Cincinnati 2.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,869

Median Home Value

$421,200

Median Rent

$1,781/mo

Population

22,253

College Educated

70%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

41.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
New Knoxville High School New Knoxville, OH 8.1
HILLCREST ACADEMY Cincinnati, OH 8.0
Bloomfield High School North Bloomfield, OH 7.1
Franklin Local Community School Roseville, OH 6.9
ELEANOR GERSON SCHOOL Cleveland, OH 6.8
ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Ironton, OH 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Skyward Academy

What grades does Skyward Academy serve?

Skyward Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Skyward Academy?

Skyward Academy has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Skyward Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Skyward Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Skyward Academy rank in OH?

Skyward Academy ranks #80 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Skyward Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Skyward Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Skyward Academy a private school?

Yes, Skyward Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Skyward Academy a religious school?

No, Skyward Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
67
Gender Split
85% M / 15% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
184 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County

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