Excellent
#229 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 7% in state
Sycamore Junior High School
Middle School · Sycamore Community City
5757 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
859
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#229 of 3,441
In Cincinnati
#13 of 171
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Sycamore Community City
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Sycamore Junior High School
Sycamore Junior High School is a public middle school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Sycamore Community City. Sycamore Junior High School serves approximately 859 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sycamore Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #229 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Sycamore Junior High School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- OH avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Sycamore Junior High School — Students at Sycamore Junior High School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.9/10.
How Sycamore Junior High School Compares
See how Sycamore Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5757 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sycamore Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Montgomery Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Maple Dale Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Madeira High School (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edwin H Greene Intermediate Middle School Cincinnati | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Maple Dale Elementary School Cincinnati | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| ARCH BISHOP MOELLER HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| SKYWARD ACADEMY Cincinnati | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Montgomery Elementary School Cincinnati | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| ROCKWERN ACADEMY Cincinnati | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| URSULINE ACADEMY OF CINCINNATI Cincinnati | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Madeira Preschool Cincinnati | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Madeira High School Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Madeira Elementary School Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Blue Ash Elementary Cincinnati | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Amity Elementary School Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL Cincinnati | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| ST VINCENT FERRER SCHOOL Cincinnati | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Deer Park Jr/Sr High School Cincinnati | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| AL PI DARKO INITIATIVE BDA OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Evendale Elementary School Cincinnati | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Sycamore High School Cincinnati | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Silverton Elementary Cincinnati | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
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 |
|---|---|
| A. I. Root Middle School Medina, OH | 8.9 |
| Henry Karrer Middle School Dublin, OH | 8.9 |
| Wyoming Middle School Wyoming, OH | 8.9 |
| Copley-Fairlawn Middle School Copley, OH | 8.8 |
| Edwin H Greene Intermediate Middle School Cincinnati, OH | 9.0 |
| Granville Intermediate School Granville, OH | 8.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sycamore Junior High School
What grades does Sycamore Junior High School serve?
Sycamore Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Sycamore Junior High School?
Sycamore Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 859 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sycamore Junior High School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sycamore Junior High School rank in OH?
Sycamore Junior High School ranks #229 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Sycamore Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sycamore Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Sycamore Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sycamore Junior High School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sycamore Junior High School a charter school?
No, Sycamore Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sycamore Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Sycamore Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sycamore Junior High School?
17.7% of students at Sycamore Junior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 859
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.3%
- Phone
- (513) 686-1760
Resources & Links
District
Sycamore Community City- District Enrollment
- 5,939
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,334
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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