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#2810 of 3,441 schools in OH

Taylor Elementary School

Elementary School · Northwest Local

3173 Springdale Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45251

Enrollment

749

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,810 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#110 of 171

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

Northwest Local

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Taylor Elementary School

4.7/10

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

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5.6/10

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About Taylor Elementary School

Taylor Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Northwest Local. Taylor Elementary School serves approximately 749 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,810 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Taylor Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Taylor Elementary 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,991
Chronic Absenteeism43.9%

Taylor Elementary School — Students at Taylor Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
69%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
35.1%
ELA
43.9%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Taylor Elementary School Compares

See how Taylor Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
18th percentile in OH
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3173 Springdale Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45251

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Taylor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Colerain Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HEAVEN'S TREASURES ACADEMY Cincinnati 0.4 mi 5.6
Houston Educational Service and Early Childhood Center Cincinnati 1.1 mi 3.2
Northwest High School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 3.7
Mt. Healthy North Elementary School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 4.6
Hamilton Cnty Math & Science Cincinnati 1.7 mi 3.5
CENTRAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.6 mi 8.5
Colerain High School Cincinnati 1.9 mi 4.0
Mt Healthy High School Cincinnati 1.8 mi 3.2
Mt Healthy Junior High School Cincinnati 1.8 mi 4.5
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.3 mi 6.0
Colerain Middle School Cincinnati 2.0 mi 4.7
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School Cincinnati 2.0 mi 4.3
Colerain Elementary School Cincinnati 2.0 mi 6.6
MT. HEALTHY VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mount Healthy 2.2 mi
Mt. Healthy Preparatory and Fitness Academy Cincinnati 2.2 mi 3.8
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.1 mi 7.0
Struble Elementary School Cincinnati 2.8 mi 5.9
Pleasant Run Middle School Cincinnati 3.1 mi 4.0
Pleasant Run Elementary School Cincinnati 3.1 mi 6.3
North College Hill High School Cincinnati 2.9 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45251 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,620

Median Home Value

$175,900

Median Rent

$1,193/mo

Population

20,561

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

75.7%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

39

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Beechwood Elementary School Whitehall, OH 4.7
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Cross Creek Elementary Wintersville, OH 4.7
Gorsuch West Elementary School Lancaster, OH 4.7
Liberty Elementary School North Ridgeville, OH 4.7
Wright Brothers Elementary School Huber Heights, OH 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Taylor Elementary School

What grades does Taylor Elementary School serve?

Taylor Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Taylor Elementary School?

Taylor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 749 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylor Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Taylor Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Taylor Elementary School rank in OH?

Taylor Elementary School ranks #2,810 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Taylor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Taylor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Taylor Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylor Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Taylor Elementary School a charter school?

No, Taylor Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Taylor Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Taylor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
749
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.9%

District

Northwest Local
District Enrollment
8,465
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,991
District Rank
#6 of 11

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