SPENCER ACADEMY

Spencer Academy is a public middle school that is part of the Cincinnati Public Schools school district, located in Cincinnati, OH with about 214 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 8th Grade. With about 6 teachers, Spencer Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 35:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Spencer Academy, located in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio, is a public charter school that serves students in grades K–8. As part of the Charter School Specialists network, the academy focuses on providing a structured educational environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and college readiness. The school is known for its commitment to serving the local community, aiming to provide a high-quality alternative for families seeking a disciplined and supportive atmosphere for their children.

The curriculum at Spencer Academy is designed to meet the rigorous standards of the state of Ohio, with a strong emphasis on core subjects such as literacy and mathematics. Beyond traditional academics, the school places a significant value on fostering personal responsibility and mutual respect among students. By utilizing smaller class sizes and personalized attention, Spencer Academy strives to bridge achievement gaps and ensure that every student is equipped with the foundational skills necessary to transition successfully into high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Spencer Academy at (513) 363-0000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2825 Alms Pl
Cincinnati, OH 45206-1396
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SPENCER ACADEMY is a public school in Cincinnati, OH with about 214 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Ohio

School Details

2017-2018
School status:
New
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
214
Teachers:
6.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 214 students

White
44.9%
Black or African American
41.6%
Two or more races
8.9%
Asian
3.7%
Hispanic/Latino
0.9%

Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.