Rothenberg School is a historic school building in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, designed by local architect Frederick W. Garber's firm, which was also responsible for Withrow School, Walnut Hills High School, Western Hills High School and Westwood School.
Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rothenberg Preparatory 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy's student population of 332 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rothenberg Preparatory 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 Rothenberg Preparatory Academy is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3095 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
92%
17%
White
2%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rothenberg Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy is ranked #3095 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Rothenberg Preparatory Academy?
332 students attend Rothenberg Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Rothenberg Preparatory Academy students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rothenberg Preparatory Academy?
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rothenberg Preparatory Academy offer ?
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rothenberg Preparatory Academy part of?
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Rothenberg Preparatory Academy located?
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy is located in the Over The Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Over The Rhine.
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