Very Good

#121 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 17% of private schools

St Teresa of Avila School

Elementary School

1194 RULISON AVE, Cincinnati, OH 45238

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#121 of 713

In Cincinnati

#27 of 77

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About St Teresa of Avila School

St Teresa of Avila School is a private elementary school in Cincinnati, OH. St Teresa of Avila School serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Teresa of Avila School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for St Teresa of Avila School show 43% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares1.2 pts above OH schools

7.9

This school 7.9 · Very Good
OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

St Teresa of Avila 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 Teresa of Avila School compares to 146 public schools serving similar grades in Cincinnati, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.2:1

This School

17.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

223

This School

544

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.9

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 61% vs 0%

Hispanic 16.1% vs 0%

Black 15.7% vs 0%

St Teresa of Avila School Cincinnati Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Teresa of Avila School (this school)	—	223	13.2:1	7.9
Gilbert A. Dater High School	0.5 mi	895	14.9:1	3.6
Western Hills University High School	0.5 mi	1,352	20.5:1	2.6
Covedale School	0.6 mi	432	16.6:1	4.9
Carson School	0.8 mi	735	20.4:1	4.0
Dater Montessori School	1.2 mi	754	20.9:1	6.9
Delhi Middle School	1.2 mi	530	17.7:1	5.3
Cincinnati Technology Academy	1.3 mi	190	21.1:1	6.1
James N. Gamble Montessori High School	1.7 mi	716	15.9:1	4.2
Delshire Elementary School	1.9 mi	453	20.6:1	5.3
Midway School	1.9 mi	531	17.7:1	4.5
Rees E. Price Academy	2.0 mi	470	16.8:1	4.6
Westwood School	2.1 mi	379	15.2:1	6.7
James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School	2.2 mi	478	17.1:1	7.9
C O Harrison Elementary School	2.3 mi	945	22:1	7.9
Roberts Academy	2.3 mi	726	14.8:1	4.8
Orion Academy	2.3 mi	444	18.5:1	2.8
Riverside Community School Inc. dba Riverside Academy	2.4 mi	184	15.3:1	3.5
IDEA Greater Cincinnati Inc	2.4 mi	1,017	26.8:1	3.7
Leap Academy at North Fairmount	2.5 mi	377	15.7:1	6.8
Oyler School	2.7 mi	503	14:1	4.1

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

B 5.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,368

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 57%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 223

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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 43.2% (2019 OST)

School

State

34.4% (2019 OST)

ELA Proficiency 53.4% (2019 OST)

School

State

46.1% (2019 OST)

Based on 14 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 61.0%

Hispanic 16.1%

Black 15.7%

Two or More 7.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1194 RULISON AVE, Cincinnati, OH 45238

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Teresa of Avila School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST WILLIAM SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST CATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Gilbert A. Dater High School Cincinnati	0.5 mi	895	3.6
Western Hills University High School Cincinnati	0.5 mi	1,352	2.6
Covedale School Cincinnati	0.6 mi	432	4.9
Carson School Cincinnati	0.8 mi	735	4.0
ST WILLIAM SCHOOL Cincinnati	0.9 mi	240	8.5
Dater Montessori School Cincinnati	1.2 mi	754	6.9
AchievePoint Career Academy - Cincinnati Cincinnati	1.2 mi	244	4.9
Delhi Middle School Cincinnati	1.2 mi	530	5.3
RESURRECTION SCHOOL Cincinnati	1.1 mi	150	6.8
ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Cincinnati	1.6 mi	357	6.4
Cincinnati Technology Academy Cincinnati	1.3 mi	190	6.1
James N. Gamble Montessori High School Cincinnati	1.7 mi	716	4.2
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Cincinnati	1.7 mi	280	6.4
ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati	1.5 mi	330	6.7
Delshire Elementary School Cincinnati	1.9 mi	453	5.3
OUR LADY OF LOURDES Cincinnati	1.7 mi	273	6.1
Midway School Cincinnati	1.9 mi	531	4.5
ST CATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Cincinnati	2.1 mi	161	7.0
Westwood School Cincinnati	2.1 mi	379	6.7
James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School Cincinnati	2.2 mi	478	7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,672

Median Home Value

$168,800

Median Rent

$913/mo

Population

48,936

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

57.2%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

35.1

Similar Schools

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BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Toledo, OH	197	7.9
Dan Emmett Elementary School Mount Vernon, OH	251	7.9
Dundee Elementary School Dundee, OH	159	7.9
GROSS SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Pepper Pike, OH	143	7.9
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Canton, OH	244	7.9
HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Sidney, OH	195	7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Teresa of Avila School

What grades does St Teresa of Avila School serve?

St Teresa of Avila School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Teresa of Avila School?

St Teresa of Avila School has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Teresa of Avila School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Teresa of Avila 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 Teresa of Avila School rank in OH?

St Teresa of Avila School ranks #121 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is St Teresa of Avila School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Teresa of Avila School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Teresa of Avila School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Teresa of Avila School has 43% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is St Teresa of Avila School a private school?

Yes, St Teresa of Avila 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 Teresa of Avila School a religious school?

St Teresa of Avila School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 71 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 43 Some Transit
Bike Score: 45 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 223
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 17
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Hamilton County
Phone: (513) 471-4530

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