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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

3.1

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,341 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#162 of 171

public schools

In district

#61 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

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Woodward Career Technical High School

3.1/10

High School in Cincinnati · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodward Career Technical High School

Woodward Career Technical High School is a public high school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Woodward Career Technical High School serves approximately 846 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodward Career Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,341 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Woodward Career Technical High School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.1
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

85% of students at Woodward Career Technical High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-39.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate72%
AP Participation2.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism85.2%

Woodward Career Technical High School — Students at Woodward Career Technical High School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.6% (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
52%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
8%
ELA
14%
2016
Math
6%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
9.7%

* 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: 2.1/10.

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
3.1/10
3th percentile in OH
Academic
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
11
6 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
85.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
2.6% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
6 boys'·5 girls'·16 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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. Sharpsburg Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Norwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elm Avenue Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Wyoming), 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 5.6
Academy for Multilingual Immersion Studies Cincinnati 0.4 mi 3.4
Bond Hill Academy Cincinnati 0.9 mi 4.0
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 4.2
ReGeneration Bond Hill Cincinnati 1.0 mi 3.5
Rising Stars at Carthage Cincinnati 1.0 mi 5.4
ST ALOYSIUS EDUCATION CENTER Cincinnati 1.3 mi 8.0
Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati Cincinnati 1.2 mi 4.3
Norwood View Elementary School Norwood 1.3 mi 6.3
Hartwell School Cincinnati 1.7 mi 3.9
Norwood High School Norwood 1.9 mi 5.1
Norwood Middle School Norwood 2.0 mi 6.2
The Norwood Montessori School Norwood 2.0 mi 5.9
STS PETER & PAUL ACADEMY Reading 2.0 mi 7.8
Elm Avenue Elementary School Wyoming 2.2 mi 8.6
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School Cincinnati 1.9 mi 7.3
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ACADEMY Cincinnati 2.3 mi 7.8
Sharpsburg Elementary Norwood 2.4 mi 8.8

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

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Mt Healthy High School Cincinnati, OH 3.2

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 ranks #3,341 of 3,441 schools in OH.

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

Woodward Career Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Woodward Career Technical High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodward Career Technical High School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
85.2%
4-Year Graduation
72.0%

District

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

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