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Woodward Career Technical High School

High School · Cincinnati Public Schools

7005 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45237

Enrollment

846

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

7th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Cincinnati

#95 of 171

public schools

Ohio high schools

#713 of 886

In district

#22 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

School environment

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Woodward Career Technical High School

Woodward Career Technical High School serves grades 7 through 12 in Cincinnati with an enrollment of 846 students. As a public school with a student-teacher ratio of 13.9 to 1, the school has 61 full-time equivalent teachers on staff to support its student body. The school is working to strengthen its academic foundation, with current proficiency rates showing significant room for growth.

In English language arts, 15% of students are performing at or above proficiency levels, while mathematics proficiency stands at 8% across grade levels. These numbers indicate that the school is focused on developing its instructional programs to help students build core academic skills. Woodward Career Technical High School is located on Reading Road in Cincinnati, a large urban center, where it serves the local community with its career-focused mission and multi-grade structure.

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Woodward Career Technical High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency17%
Overall Proficiency12%
Expected (poverty-adj.)44%
vs. Expected-31.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
College Readiness2.4Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation2.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.2Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,182

Woodward Career Technical High School — Students at Woodward Career Technical High School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 9.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 18.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
11%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
17%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Woodward Career Technical High School Compares

See how Woodward Career Technical High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
30th percentile in OH
Academic
2.4/10
2.4/10
Growth
9.0/10
Above average
Environment
9.2/10
Above average

Location

7005 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45237

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodward Career Technical High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Elm Avenue Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Wyoming), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norwood Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Norwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ALOYSIUS EDUCATION CENTER (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Summit Academy Community School - Cincinnati Cincinnati 0.3 mi 6.2
Academy for Multilingual Immersion Studies Cincinnati 0.4 mi 4.7
Bond Hill Academy Cincinnati 0.9 mi 3.4
CINCINNATI HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.8 mi 7.8
ATARA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.8 mi
Roselawn Condon School Cincinnati 1.0 mi 4.6
ReGeneration Bond Hill Cincinnati 1.0 mi 5.9
Rising Stars at Carthage Cincinnati 1.0 mi 5.2
ST ALOYSIUS EDUCATION CENTER Cincinnati 1.3 mi 8.0
Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati Cincinnati 1.2 mi 5.9
Norwood View Elementary School Norwood 1.3 mi 4.8
Hartwell School Cincinnati 1.7 mi 3.7
Norwood High School Norwood 1.9 mi 7.3
Norwood Middle School Norwood 2.0 mi 8.1
The Norwood Montessori School Norwood 2.0 mi 5.2
STS PETER & PAUL ACADEMY Reading 2.0 mi 7.8
Elm Avenue Elementary School Wyoming 2.2 mi 8.2
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School Cincinnati 1.9 mi 5.6
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ACADEMY Cincinnati 2.3 mi 7.8
Sharpsburg Elementary Norwood 2.4 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,598

Median Home Value

$158,700

Median Rent

$863/mo

Population

21,234

College Educated

28.8%

Homeownership

48.7%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

40.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Woodward Career Technical High School has a median household income of $43,598. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $158,700, with a median rent of $863/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.8%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Canal Winchester High School Canal Winchester, OH 5.4
Celina High School Celina, OH 5.4
Clay High School Oregon, OH 5.4
Dayton Regional STEM School Kettering, OH 5.4
Eastmoor Academy Columbus, OH 5.4
Field High School Mogadore, OH 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodward Career Technical High School

What grades does Woodward Career Technical High School serve?

Woodward Career Technical High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Woodward Career Technical High School?

Woodward Career Technical High School has an enrollment of approximately 846 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodward Career Technical High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodward Career Technical High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodward Career Technical High School rank in OH?

Woodward Career Technical High School is ranked #2400 out of 3,440 schools in OH.

What is Woodward Career Technical High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodward Career Technical High School has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Woodward Career Technical High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Woodward Career Technical High School has 9.0% math proficiency and 18.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Woodward Career Technical High School a charter school?

No, Woodward Career Technical High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodward Career Technical High School a Title I school?

No, Woodward Career Technical High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (4,675/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Cincinnati). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
846
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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