Summary:
The 45202 zip code of Cincinnati, Ohio is home to two struggling elementary schools: Rothenberg Preparatory Academy and Rising Stars at Vine. Both schools serve predominantly low-income, minority student populations and face significant challenges in academic performance and student engagement.
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy is the weaker of the two schools, consistently ranking near the bottom of Ohio elementary schools with a 0-star rating. The school's academic performance is well below state and district averages, with only 27% of 5th graders proficient in science compared to 63.9% statewide. Rothenberg also has an alarmingly high chronic absenteeism rate of 69.9%. In contrast, Rising Stars at Vine serves only pre-kindergarten students and has a slightly more diverse student population, with a lower chronic absenteeism rate of 14.8%.
Both schools serve high-poverty communities, as evidenced by the large percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This socioeconomic challenge, combined with issues of equity and access, likely contribute to the schools' struggles. Addressing the root causes of chronic absenteeism, low academic achievement, and resource inequities will be crucial for improving educational outcomes in this Cincinnati Public Schools district.
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