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St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School

High School · St Bernard-Elmwood Place City

4615 Tower Ave, Saint Bernard, OH 45217

Enrollment

338

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.7

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,187 of 3,441

In Saint Bernard

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

St Bernard-Elmwood Place City

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School

5.7/10

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

St Bernard-elmwood Place Elementary School

6.2/10

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About St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School

St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School is a public high school in Saint Bernard, OH, part of St Bernard-Elmwood Place City. St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,187 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior 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 Progress3.8Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-28.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness6.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation3.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,121
Chronic Absenteeism49.1%

St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School — Students at St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.9% (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
75%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
30.5%
ELA
43.2%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School Compares

See how St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in OH
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
12
6 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
3.6% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics12sports offered
6 boys'·6 girls'·16 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

4615 Tower Ave, Saint Bernard, OH 45217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Cincinnati), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walnut Hills High School (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cincinnati), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clifton Area Neighborhood School (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Cincinnati), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Bernard, see our Saint Bernard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
St Bernard-Elmwood Place Elementary School Saint Bernard 0.1 mi 6.2
ST CLEMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Bernard 0.2 mi 7.2
North Avondale Montessori School Cincinnati 0.8 mi 4.6
THE NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI Cincinnati 0.9 mi 8.7
ZION TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.2 mi 6.4
ReGeneration Schools Avondale Elementary Cincinnati 1.3 mi 2.3
Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati Cincinnati 1.1 mi 4.3
ReGeneration Bond Hill Cincinnati 1.3 mi 3.5
Rockdale Academy Cincinnati 1.6 mi 5.4
Dublin Preparatory Academy dba Northside Preparatory Academy Cincinnati 1.3 mi 6.1
South Avondale School Cincinnati 1.6 mi 3.6
CLIFTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.5 mi 5.7
Winton Hills Academy Cincinnati 1.6 mi 3.3
Bond Hill Academy Cincinnati 1.5 mi 4.0
Clifton Area Neighborhood School Cincinnati 1.7 mi 8.5
ST ALOYSIUS EDUCATION CENTER Cincinnati 1.5 mi 8.0
Fairview-Clifton German Language School Cincinnati 1.7 mi 8.1
ANNUNCIATION Cincinnati 1.9 mi 8.0
Walnut Hills High School Cincinnati 2.0 mi 8.7
Summit Academy Community School - Cincinnati Cincinnati 2.0 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,974

Median Home Value

$149,200

Median Rent

$923/mo

Population

5,437

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

46

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School

What grades does St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School serve?

St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School?

St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School rank in OH?

St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School ranks #2,187 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School a charter school?

No, St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School a Title I school?

No, St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School?

82.0% of students at St Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.1%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

St Bernard-Elmwood Place City
District Enrollment
732
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,121
District Rank
#2 of 2

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