Serving 441 students in grades 2-8, Hartwell School 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 31% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartwell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hartwell School's student population of 441 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Little School - Big Heart
School Rankings
Hartwell School 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 Hartwell School is 0.65, which is more 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
#2553 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Hispanic
45%
8%
Black
38%
17%
White
10%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
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 (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartwell School's ranking?
Hartwell School is ranked #2553 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hartwell School?
441 students attend Hartwell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hartwell School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hartwell School?
Hartwell School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hartwell School offer ?
Hartwell School offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hartwell School part of?
Hartwell School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Hartwell School located?
Hartwell School is located in the Hartwell neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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