Very Good

#238 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 33% of private schools

Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati

High School

5535 PFEIFFER RD, Cincinnati, OH 45242

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

503

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

503

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#238 of 713

In Cincinnati

#37 of 77

public schools

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About Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati

Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati is a private high school in Cincinnati, OH. Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati serves approximately 503 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #238 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares1.3 pts above OH schools

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati 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.

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How Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Cincinnati, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.4:1

This School

18.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

503

This School

832

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.2

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.1% vs 0%

Asian 7.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.6% vs 0%

Black 0.8% vs 0%

Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati (this school)	—	503	11.4:1	7.2
Sycamore High School	1.6 mi	1,677	15.2:1	8.2
Deer Park Jr/Sr High School	3.1 mi	504	12:1	6.8
Madeira High School	3.4 mi	442	13.8:1	9.1
Instructional Resource Center	3.5 mi	30	0.3:1	—
Princeton Innovation Center	3.6 mi	300	27.3:1	5.4
Scarlet Oaks Cdc	3.6 mi	926	15.4:1	5.3
Princeton High School	4.4 mi	1,691	17.6:1	5.0
Indian Hill High School	4.6 mi	659	13.7:1	8.7
Lighthouse School	6.1 mi	55	6.1:1	5.5
Shroder High School	6.2 mi	743	16.9:1	4.2
Woodward Career Technical High School	6.5 mi	846	13.9:1	3.1
Mariemont High School	7.2 mi	452	12.9:1	9.0
Finneytown Secondary Campus	7.9 mi	536	15.3:1	4.8
Clark Montessori High School	8.2 mi	751	19.3:1	5.0
Withrow University High School	8.7 mi	1,328	15.8:1	2.8
Winton Woods High School	8.8 mi	1,262	16:1	3.6
Walnut Hills High School	9.5 mi	2,500	19.2:1	8.7
Mt Healthy High School	9.7 mi	842	16.2:1	3.2
North College Hill High School	9.9 mi	395	14.6:1	4.8
Turpin High School	9.9 mi	1,002	15.4:1	8.4

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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+ 7.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.4:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.1 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,256.7

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 28%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.4 / 10

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Enrollment 503

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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

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 84.1%

Asian 7.2%

Two or More 6.4%

Hispanic 1.6%

Black 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5535 PFEIFFER RD, Cincinnati, OH 45242

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Madeira High School (rated 9.1/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sycamore High School (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SKYWARD ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Maple Dale Elementary School Cincinnati	0.6 mi	582	9.2
SKYWARD ACADEMY Cincinnati	0.7 mi	67	8.1
Edwin H Greene Intermediate Middle School Cincinnati	0.8 mi	943	9.0
Sycamore Junior High School Cincinnati	1.5 mi	859	8.9
Montgomery Elementary School Cincinnati	1.5 mi	523	9.4
Sycamore High School Cincinnati	1.6 mi	1,677	8.2
Evendale Elementary School Cincinnati	1.7 mi	202	8.5
ARCH BISHOP MOELLER HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati	2.1 mi	869	6.6
Blue Ash Elementary Cincinnati	1.9 mi	618	9.0
THE SCHILLING SCHOOL FOR GIFTED CHILDREN Cincinnati	1.9 mi	41	8.3
Stewart Elementary School Cincinnati	2.5 mi	496	5.7
ROCKWERN ACADEMY Cincinnati	2.8 mi	108	8.1
Sharonville Elementary School Cincinnati	2.4 mi	366	6.8
CINCINNATI HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati	2.6 mi	1,170	7.2
ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati	2.5 mi	390	6.6
LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL Cincinnati	3.0 mi	99	8.1
Amity Elementary School Cincinnati	3.1 mi	589	7.2
Madeira Preschool Cincinnati	3.3 mi	88	3.5
Deer Park Jr/Sr High School Cincinnati	3.1 mi	504	6.8
Madeira High School Cincinnati	3.4 mi	442	9.1

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

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Ada High School Ada, OH	396	7.2
Akron Early College High School Akron, OH	375	7.2
Berne Union High School Sugar Grove, OH	376	7.2
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Toledo, OH	578	7.2
Garaway High School Sugarcreek, OH	436	7.2
North Adams High School Seaman, OH	448	7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati

What grades does Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati serve?

Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati?

Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati has an enrollment of approximately 503 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati?

The student-teacher ratio at Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati rank in OH?

Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati ranks #238 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati's MySchoolScout rating?

Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati a private school?

Yes, Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati is a private all-girls 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 Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati a religious school?

Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 27 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 503
Gender Split: 0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 44
Type: private
Coed Status: all-girls
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.1 hours
Days Per Year: 177 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Hamilton County
Phone: (513) 791-5791

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