Serving 102 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dampe Community 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dampe Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Dampe Community School's student population of 102 students has grown by 218% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Dampe Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dampe Community School is 0.00, 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
#3227 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
100%
17%
White
n/a
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Dampe Community School's ranking?
Dampe Community School is ranked #3227 out of 3,241 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Dampe Community School?
102 students attend Dampe Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dampe Community School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dampe Community School?
Dampe Community School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dampe Community School offer ?
Dampe Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dampe Community School part of?
Dampe Community School is part of Dampe Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Dampe Community School located?
Dampe Community School is located in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Walnut Hills.
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