The top reported proficiency rate is 20% in Science. The lowest is 0% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on North College Hill Trojan Way Learning Center
North College Hill Trojan Way Learning Center is a small combined elementary and high school serving students from first through twelfth grade in Cincinnati. The school operates within the North College Hill City district, which has undergone significant structural and financial changes in recent years.
The school enrolls a small number of students, with the student body concentrated heavily in the high school grades, particularly grades ten through twelve. The demographic composition is predominantly Black students, with smaller populations of White, multiracial, and Hispanic students. Free and reduced price lunch data was not available, as was specific information about students receiving special education services or English language support.
Academic performance on Ohio state tests shows substantial difficulty across all tested subjects. In English language arts and science, proficiency rates are very low. Mathematics proficiency was at zero. When compared against other districts in Hamilton County, the school's overall proficiency index places it in the bottom quartile. The school's enrollment is too small to have meaningful graduation data reported, and no trend data was available to show whether performance is improving or declining. A parent may want to look into the specific academic supports and interventions the school has in place for students who are not demonstrating proficiency.
The district itself is navigating serious resource constraints. Starting in the 2023-2024 school year, North College Hill shifted to a four-day school week with a blended learning model, giving students Mondays off. This change was driven by teacher burnout and hiring challenges. The district also faced substantial cuts to state funding, which prompted a failed earned income tax levy in May of this year. Following that defeat, the district laid off teachers and educational aides, with officials warning of further reductions. Field trips, after-school programs, and extracurriculars including band, drama, and athletics are all at risk of elimination. The district plans to return to the ballot in November, so this funding uncertainty remains an active issue for families.
Housing in the Cincinnati area where this school is located shows moderate home values and rental costs relative to regional benchmarks. The local real estate market has modest supply with reduced demand compared to a year ago. The broader Cincinnati economy is anchored by consumer products, healthcare, aerospace, and finance, with downtown and suburban neighborhoods experiencing steady development.
Families considering this school should be aware of both the immediate academic performance numbers and the district-level fiscal pressures that may affect program availability and school stability going forward.
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