Summary:
The 45202 zip code of Cincinnati, Ohio is home to three schools: two elementary schools and one alternative school serving grades K-12. While the data reveals stark contrasts in academic performance, the School for Creative and Performing Arts stands out as a high-performing institution, boasting a 97.9% four-year graduation rate and strong test scores that outpace district and state averages. In contrast, Rothenberg Preparatory Academy struggles, ranking in the bottom 5% of Ohio elementary schools with very low test scores and a high chronic absenteeism rate of 69.9%.
The racial demographics of these schools are also noteworthy, with School for Creative and Performing Arts having a more diverse student body (59.39% African American, 26.85% White) compared to Rothenberg Preparatory Academy, which serves a predominantly African American population (90.52%). This raises questions about equity and access to quality education for minority students in the 45202 zip code.
Funding levels also vary, with School for Creative and Performing Arts receiving the highest spending per student at $12,342, compared to $11,364 for Rothenberg Preparatory Academy and $10,082 for Rising Stars at Vine. However, this higher funding does not appear to directly translate to better outcomes at the other schools, suggesting that factors beyond just funding may be at play. Addressing the root causes of these disparities should be a priority for the Cincinnati Public Schools district.
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