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#2837 of 3,441 schools in OH

Woodford Academy

Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools

3716 Woodford Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45213

Enrollment

334

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,837 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#112 of 171

public schools

In district

#37 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Woodford Academy

4.6/10

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

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About Woodford Academy

Woodford Academy is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Woodford Academy serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodford Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,837 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Woodford Academy show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Woodford 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 Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism39.2%

Woodford Academy — Students at Woodford 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 44.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.1% (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
62%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
22.1%
ELA
27%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Woodford Academy Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
18th percentile in OH
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.2%

Location

3716 Woodford Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodford Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST VINCENT FERRER SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OHR TORAH CINCINNATI (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
KENNEDY HEIGHTS MONTESSORI CENTER Cincinnati 0.5 mi
Shroder High School Cincinnati 1.1 mi 4.2
T.C.P. World Academy Cincinnati 0.9 mi 5.1
NATIVITY SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.9 mi 6.6
THE CHILDRENS HOME Cincinnati 1.2 mi 8.6
THE SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.3 mi 8.5
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School Cincinnati 1.1 mi 7.3
John P. Parker School Cincinnati 1.4 mi 6.8
Silverton Elementary Cincinnati 1.3 mi 5.3
AL PI DARKO INITIATIVE BDA OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati 1.8 mi 8.0
OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati 1.8 mi 8.1
Lighthouse School Cincinnati 1.7 mi 5.5
Deer Park Jr/Sr High School Cincinnati 2.2 mi 6.8
ST VINCENT FERRER SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.9 mi 8.7
Amity Elementary School Cincinnati 2.1 mi 7.2
LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.2 mi 8.1
ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.2 mi 8.9
ST EDMUND CAMPION ACADEMY Cincinnati 2.5 mi 6.9
Mariemont Junior High School Cincinnati 2.7 mi 9.8
CINCINNATI HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.2 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,897

Median Home Value

$259,300

Median Rent

$929/mo

Population

11,273

College Educated

54.7%

Homeownership

60.1%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodford Academy

What grades does Woodford Academy serve?

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

How many students attend Woodford Academy?

Woodford Academy has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodford Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodford Academy is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodford Academy rank in OH?

Woodford Academy ranks #2,837 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Woodford Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodford Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Woodford Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodford Academy has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodford Academy a charter school?

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

Is Woodford Academy a Title I school?

No, Woodford Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.2%

District

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

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