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#422 of 713 private schools in OH

St Francis Seraph School

Elementary School

14 E LIBERTY ST, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Private

Enrollment

185

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#422 of 713

In Cincinnati

#63 of 77

public schools

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St Francis Seraph School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Cincinnati · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

School for Creative and Performing Arts

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About St Francis Seraph School

St Francis Seraph School is a private elementary school in Cincinnati, OH. St Francis Seraph School serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis Seraph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #422 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for St Francis Seraph School show 7% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares0.4 pts below OH schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 185 students, St Francis Seraph School 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.

St Francis Seraph School 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 St Francis Seraph School compares to 146 public schools serving similar grades in Cincinnati, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
This School
vs
17.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
185
This School
vs
544
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 95.1% vs 0%
White 1.6% vs 0%
St Francis Seraph School Cincinnati Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Francis Seraph School (this school) 6.3
School For Creative and Performing Arts 5.8
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School 2.8
Cincinnati Digital Academy 1.9
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy 3.2
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy 5.2
George Hays-Jennie Porter School 7.1
Mount Auburn Preparatory Academy 6.0
William H Taft Elementary School 5.8
Hughes STEM High School 3.8
Priority High School 3.5
Dampe Community School 2.1
Spencer Center for Gifted and Exceptional Students 7.2
Oyler School 4.1
Frederick Douglass School 4.2
IDEA Greater Cincinnati Inc 3.7
Roberts Academy 4.8
South Avondale School 3.6
Rockdale Academy 5.4
Orion Academy 2.8
Rees E. Price Academy 4.6

Showing 20 of 146 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)
B 5.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,183.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 9%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 185
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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 OH OST (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 7.0% (2019 OST)
School
State
35.0% (2019 OST)
ELA Proficiency 22.5% (2019 OST)
School
State
45.8% (2019 OST)

Based on 12 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 95.1%
Two or More 3.2%
White 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

14 E LIBERTY ST, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Francis Seraph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORRYVILLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Hays-Jennie Porter School (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
School For Creative and Performing Arts Cincinnati 0.4 mi 5.8
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy Cincinnati 0.5 mi 3.2
Virtual High School Cincinnati 0.5 mi 3.6
Rising Stars at Ezzard Charles Cincinnati 0.5 mi 5.1
Cincinnati Digital Academy Cincinnati 0.5 mi 1.9
Rising Stars at Vine Cincinnati 0.5 mi 5.6
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School Cincinnati 0.5 mi 2.8
ALDERSGATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 0.6 mi 8.2
Mount Auburn Preparatory Academy Cincinnati 0.7 mi 6.0
George Hays-Jennie Porter School Cincinnati 0.7 mi 7.1
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.7 mi 6.9
Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy Cincinnati 0.7 mi 5.2
William H Taft Elementary School Cincinnati 0.8 mi 5.8
UNIVERSAL MUSLIM ACADEMY Cincinnati 0.9 mi
CORRYVILLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.1 mi 7.5
Hughes STEM High School Cincinnati 1.1 mi 3.8
Dohn Community Cincinnati 1.3 mi 2.7
Queen City Career Prep High School Cincinnati 1.6 mi 3.2
Priority High School Cincinnati 1.7 mi 3.5
Dampe Community School Cincinnati 1.7 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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Central Point Preparatory Academy Columbus, OH 6.3
Garfield Elementary School Medina, OH 6.3
Howland Springs Elementary School Warren, OH 6.3
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Celina, OH 6.3
Katherine Thomas Elementary School Windham, OH 6.3
Montgomery Preparatory Academy Dayton, OH 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Francis Seraph School

What grades does St Francis Seraph School serve?

St Francis Seraph School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Francis Seraph School?

St Francis Seraph School has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis Seraph School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Francis Seraph School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Francis Seraph School rank in OH?

St Francis Seraph School ranks #422 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is St Francis Seraph School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Francis Seraph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Francis Seraph School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Francis Seraph School has 7% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is St Francis Seraph School a private school?

Yes, St Francis Seraph School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Francis Seraph School a religious school?

St Francis Seraph School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
96 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
73 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
185
Gender Split
32% M / 68% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County

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