Serving 409 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, College Hill Fundamental 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
College Hill Fundamental Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
College Hill Fundamental Academy's student population of 409 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
College Hill Fundamental 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 College Hill Fundamental Academy is 0.17, which is less 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
#2650 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
91%
17%
White
3%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is College Hill Fundamental Academy's ranking?
College Hill Fundamental Academy is ranked #2650 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are College Hill Fundamental Academy often compared to?
College Hill Fundamental Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Covedale School, Pleasant Hill Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend College Hill Fundamental Academy?
409 students attend College Hill Fundamental Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of College Hill Fundamental Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of College Hill Fundamental Academy?
College Hill Fundamental Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does College Hill Fundamental Academy offer ?
College Hill Fundamental Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is College Hill Fundamental Academy part of?
College Hill Fundamental Academy is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is College Hill Fundamental Academy located?
College Hill Fundamental Academy is located in the College Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in College Hill.
School Reviews
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