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#2101 of 3,441 schools in OH
William H Taft Elementary School
Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools
270 Southern Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45219
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,101 of 3,441
In Cincinnati
#75 of 171
public schools
In district
#22 of 65
Cincinnati Public Schools
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About William H Taft Elementary School
William H Taft Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. William H Taft Elementary School serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. William H Taft Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,101 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for William H Taft Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at William H Taft Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
60% of students at William H Taft 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
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William H Taft Elementary School — Students at William H Taft Elementary School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How William H Taft Elementary School Compares
See how William H Taft Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
270 Southern Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William H Taft Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORRYVILLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS SERAPH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Frederick Douglass School (rated 4.2/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,936
Median Home Value
$222,500
Median Rent
$1,166/mo
Population
19,326
College Educated
49.9%
Homeownership
17.6%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
47.5%
Median Age
21.6
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS Wickliffe, OH | 5.8 |
| East Academy Cleveland, OH | 5.8 |
| Knollwood Elementary School Sheffield Village, OH | 5.8 |
| Madison Park Elementary Trotwood, OH | 5.8 |
| Mary M Bethune Cleveland, OH | 5.8 |
| Melrose Elementary School Wooster, OH | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William H Taft Elementary School
What grades does William H Taft Elementary School serve?
William H Taft Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend William H Taft Elementary School?
William H Taft Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William H Taft Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at William H Taft Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William H Taft Elementary School rank in OH?
William H Taft Elementary School ranks #2,101 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is William H Taft Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
William H Taft Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 William H Taft Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William H Taft Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William H Taft Elementary School a charter school?
No, William H Taft Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William H Taft Elementary School a Title I school?
No, William H Taft Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.8%
- Phone
- (513) 363-5600
Resources & Links
District
Cincinnati Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 34,860
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,415
- District Rank
- #22 of 65
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