Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Clifton Area Neighborhood School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifton Area Neighborhood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Clifton Area Neighborhood School's student population of 329 students has grown by 145% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Clifton Area Neighborhood School 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 Clifton Area Neighborhood School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1721 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
37%
17%
White
43%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifton Area Neighborhood School's ranking?
Clifton Area Neighborhood School is ranked #1721 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Clifton Area Neighborhood School?
329 students attend Clifton Area Neighborhood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Clifton Area Neighborhood School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clifton Area Neighborhood School?
Clifton Area Neighborhood School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clifton Area Neighborhood School offer ?
Clifton Area Neighborhood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clifton Area Neighborhood School part of?
Clifton Area Neighborhood School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Clifton Area Neighborhood School located?
Clifton Area Neighborhood School is located in the Clifton neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Clifton.
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