Serving 678 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sands Montessori School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sands Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sands Montessori School's student population of 678 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Sands Montessori School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sands Montessori School is 0.50, 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
#436 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
14%
17%
White
68%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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 Sands Montessori School's ranking?
Sands Montessori School is ranked #436 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sands Montessori School?
678 students attend Sands Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Sands Montessori School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sands Montessori School?
Sands Montessori School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sands Montessori School offer ?
Sands Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sands Montessori School part of?
Sands Montessori School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Sands Montessori School located?
Sands Montessori School is located in the Mount Washington neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Mount Washington.
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