Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, William H Taft Elementary School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William H Taft Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
William H Taft Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
William H Taft Elementary 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 William H Taft Elementary School is 0.38, which is less 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
#2992 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
78%
17%
White
8%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
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 William H Taft Elementary School's ranking?
William H Taft Elementary School is ranked #2992 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend William H Taft Elementary School?
246 students attend William H Taft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of William H Taft Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William H Taft Elementary School?
William H Taft Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does William H Taft Elementary School offer ?
William H Taft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William H Taft Elementary School part of?
William H Taft Elementary School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is William H Taft Elementary School located?
William H Taft Elementary School is located in the Mount Auburn neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Mount Auburn.
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