Serving 55 students in grades 8-12, Lighthouse 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 <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lighthouse School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lighthouse School's student population of 55 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Lighthouse 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 Lighthouse School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2058 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
69%
17%
White
24%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lighthouse School's ranking?
Lighthouse School is ranked #2058 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lighthouse School?
The graduation rate of Lighthouse School is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lighthouse School?
55 students attend Lighthouse School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lighthouse School students are Black, 24% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lighthouse School?
Lighthouse School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lighthouse School offer ?
Lighthouse School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lighthouse School part of?
Lighthouse School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Lighthouse School located?
Lighthouse School is located in the Madisonville neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Madisonville.
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