Serving 516 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 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 27:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (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 516 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Cincinnati Digital 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 Cincinnati Digital Academy is 0.59, 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
#2884 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
59%
17%
White
23%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
86%
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 Cincinnati Digital Academy's ranking?
Cincinnati Digital Academy is ranked #2884 out of 3,181 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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 60-64%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cincinnati Digital Academy?
516 students attend Cincinnati Digital Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Cincinnati Digital Academy students are Black, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cincinnati Digital Academy?
Cincinnati Digital Academy has a student ration of 27:1, 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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