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Winton Hills Academy

Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools

5300 Winneste Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45232

Enrollment

306

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,294 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#157 of 171

public schools

In district

#59 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

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Winton Hills Academy

3.3/10

Elementary School in Cincinnati · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Winton Hills Academy

Winton Hills Academy is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Winton Hills Academy serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Winton Hills Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,294 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Winton Hills Academy show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

70% of students at Winton Hills Academy 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 Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism69.9%

Winton Hills Academy — Students at Winton Hills Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
70%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
14.1%
ELA
35.6%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Winton Hills Academy Compares

See how Winton Hills Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
4th percentile in OH
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
69.9%

Location

5300 Winneste Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winton Hills Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clifton Area Neighborhood School (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairview-Clifton German Language School (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Dublin Preparatory Academy dba Northside Preparatory Academy Cincinnati 0.7 mi 6.1
ST CLEMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Bernard 1.6 mi 7.2
St Bernard-Elmwood Place Junior/Senior High School Saint Bernard 1.6 mi 5.7
ST VIVIAN SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.8 mi 5.3
St Bernard-Elmwood Place Elementary School Saint Bernard 1.7 mi 6.2
CENTRAL BAPTIST ACADEMY Cincinnati 1.8 mi 7.9
Parker Woods Montessori School Cincinnati 1.7 mi 5.5
Pleasant Hill Academy Cincinnati 1.9 mi 3.9
Summit Academy Transition High School-Cincinnati Cincinnati 1.8 mi 4.7
CLIFTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati 2.3 mi 5.7
ReGeneration Bond Hill Cincinnati 1.8 mi 3.5
Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati Cincinnati 1.9 mi 4.3
Rising Stars at Carthage Cincinnati 2.0 mi 5.4
Clifton Area Neighborhood School Cincinnati 2.5 mi 8.5
College Hill Fundamental Academy Cincinnati 2.0 mi 4.2
Fairview-Clifton German Language School Cincinnati 2.5 mi 8.1
North Avondale Montessori School Cincinnati 2.4 mi 4.6
Rising Stars at Aiken New Tech/College Hill Cincinnati 2.0 mi 5.6
Aiken New Tech High School Cincinnati 2.0 mi 3.4
Chase School Cincinnati 2.3 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$25,232

Median Home Value

$122,500

Median Rent

$605/mo

Population

7,257

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

20.5%

Poverty Rate

42.1%

Median Age

26.2

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Moler Elementary School Columbus, OH 3.3
Arlington Elementary School Toledo, OH 3.2
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy Cincinnati, OH 3.2
Waverly Elementary School Cleveland, OH 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winton Hills Academy

What grades does Winton Hills Academy serve?

Winton Hills Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Winton Hills Academy?

Winton Hills Academy has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winton Hills Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Winton Hills Academy is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winton Hills Academy rank in OH?

Winton Hills Academy ranks #3,294 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Winton Hills Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Winton Hills Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Winton Hills Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winton Hills Academy has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Winton Hills Academy a charter school?

No, Winton Hills Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Winton Hills Academy a Title I school?

No, Winton Hills Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
69.9%

District

Cincinnati Public Schools
District Enrollment
34,860
Schools in District
66
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,415
District Rank
#59 of 65

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