Cincinnati Public Schools

Cincinnati Public Schools serves 35,585 students in Ohio's urban Hamilton County, representing a slight decline of 0.7% from the previous year. The district operates 65 schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels with 2,131 teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 16.7:1.

Academic performance metrics indicate significant gaps compared to state averages. Math proficiency stands at 62.8% versus the state average of 79.9%, while reading proficiency is 55.8% against a state average of 65.9%. The graduation rate of 86.1% falls notably below Ohio's 95.1% average. Chronic absenteeism at 45.6% represents a substantial challenge.

The district serves a high-need student population. Approximately 86.1% of students qualify as economically disadvantaged, 11.3% are English learners, and 20.6% receive special education services. Racial composition is 58.4% Black, 20.5% White, 11.8% Hispanic, and 1.2% Asian.

Per-pupil spending of $8,644 exceeds the state average of $8,239, and the overall budget reaches $708.3 million. Revenue distribution shows reliance on local sources at 57.5%, with state funding contributing 30.4% and federal sources 12.2%. This funding structure and elevated per-pupil expenditure occur alongside the documented academic performance gaps, suggesting resource allocation challenges or difficulties in converting spending levels to improved outcomes.