Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rockdale 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 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 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (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
Rockdale Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rockdale Academy's student population of 262 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Rockdale 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 Rockdale Academy is 0.29, 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
#2687 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
84%
17%
White
4%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
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)
1%
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 Rockdale Academy's ranking?
Rockdale Academy is ranked #2687 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Rockdale Academy often compared to?
Rockdale Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Regeneration Schools Avondale Elementary School, North Avondale Montessori School 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 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Rockdale Academy?
262 students attend Rockdale Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Rockdale Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockdale Academy?
Rockdale Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rockdale Academy offer ?
Rockdale Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockdale Academy part of?
Rockdale Academy is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Rockdale Academy located?
Rockdale Academy is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Avondale.
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