Taft Information Technology High School is a public high school located in the West End area of downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. It is part of the Cincinnati Public Schools district.
Serving 715 students in grades 7-12, Robert A. Taft Information Technology High 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 6% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School's student population of 715 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High 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 Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is 0.21, 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
#3082 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
89%
17%
White
3%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Senator
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School's ranking?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is ranked #3082 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School often compared to?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School?
The graduation rate of Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School?
715 students attend Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School offer ?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School part of?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School located?
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School is located in the West End neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in West End.
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