Serving 1,016 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cincinnati Digital Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cincinnati Digital Academy's student population of 1,016 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,016 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cincinnati Digital Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cincinnati Digital Academy is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3054 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
38:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
60%
17%
White
24%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cincinnati Digital Academy's ranking?
Cincinnati Digital Academy is ranked #3054 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cincinnati Digital Academy?
The graduation rate of Cincinnati Digital Academy is 50-54%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cincinnati Digital Academy?
1,016 students attend Cincinnati Digital Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Cincinnati Digital Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cincinnati Digital Academy?
Cincinnati Digital Academy has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cincinnati Digital Academy offer ?
Cincinnati Digital Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Cincinnati Digital Academy part of?
Cincinnati Digital Academy is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Cincinnati Digital Academy located?
Cincinnati Digital Academy is located in the West End neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in West End.
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