Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Woodford 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodford Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Woodford Academy's student population of 334 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Woodford Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodford Academy is 0.27, 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
#2629 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
85%
17%
White
5%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
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%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
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 Woodford Academy's ranking?
Woodford Academy is ranked #2629 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Woodford Academy often compared to?
Woodford Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Ridge Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Woodford Academy?
334 students attend Woodford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Woodford Academy students are Black, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodford Academy?
Woodford Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodford Academy offer ?
Woodford Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodford Academy part of?
Woodford Academy is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodford Academy located?
Woodford Academy is located in the Kennedy Heights neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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