Summary:
IDEA Greater Cincinnati Inc is the sole elementary public charter school serving grades K-8 in the IDEA Greater Cincinnati Inc district, with an enrollment of 1,017 students. The school's academic performance and overall quality raise significant concerns, as evidenced by its consistently low test scores, high chronic absenteeism rate, and poor ranking among Ohio elementary schools.
IDEA Greater Cincinnati Inc's test scores lag far behind the Ohio state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For instance, in the 2024-2025 school year, only 23.2% of 5th graders were proficient in science, compared to the state average of 63.4%. Similarly, just 12.7% of 8th graders were proficient in math, versus 47.6% statewide, and 11.3% were proficient in English Language Arts, compared to 54.4% in Ohio. The school's chronic absenteeism rate of 67.4% is also significantly higher than the state average, which is concerning given the strong link between attendance and academic achievement.
IDEA Greater Cincinnati Inc's struggles are further reflected in its low ranking, as it is placed 1406 out of 1558 Ohio elementary schools in the 2024-2025 school year, with a 0 out of 5 star rating from School Digger. Additionally, the school's student-teacher ratio of 26.7 is higher than the typical recommended ratio, which may hinder the school's ability to provide the individualized attention and support that students need to succeed. Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of IDEA Greater Cincinnati Inc's performance, and addressing these issues should be a top priority for the school and its district.
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