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Kilgour Elementary School

Public | PK-7 | 636 students
 

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Posted August 11, 2012
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Ok teachers. Ms stranger was very mean and always ruined my day. Overall ok school

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Posted October 5, 2009
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Kilgour is a great school with a very active and strong PTA that gets things done!
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Posted May 27, 2009
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My son has just completed Kindergarten. We are very happy with Kilgour. My son's teacher was wonderful and attentive to his needs. In addition there are many opportunities for him to learn outside the classroom - even in Kindergarten! (sports, choir, etc... ) The parent group is very active - more than I recall as a child. It is nice to know your kids are part of a community.
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Posted March 26, 2009
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Both of my children have been at Kilgour for years, my son since 2nd grade and now in 6th, and my little girl since Kindergarten. We have had the pleasure of knowing some exceptional teachers along the way. The best part, in my opinion, is the dedicated and hard working principal, Miss Cook. They just don't get any better than her.
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Posted October 6, 2008
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We are very happy with Kilgour Elementary School. Compared to our previous school, the principal is very involved and the teachers have high expectations for the students. The atmosphere is supportive and the other families are friendly. Since it is a neighborhood school, it is a lot like what I remember school to be when I was a child - except better.
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Posted November 22, 2007
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My child went to this school from Kindergarten through 6th grade. She was very well educated. Now she goes to Walnut Hills and I feel she was well-prepared by her teachers there. The social scene might be difficult for some children who don't live in Mt. Lookout or Hyde Park. But otherwise, if you want a good education and that is the most important thing to you, it's a good place to send them
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Posted October 4, 2007
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I am a parent and know firsthand that I have had consistent problems with this particular school, ranging in issues involving its social environment and integrity of the faculty.
—Submitted by RaShawnda Matthews, a parent

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Posted September 19, 2006
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the kilgour school in hyde park is wonderful, the atmosphere is so warm and nurturing and the teachers are great. the feedback you get on your child's progress is impressive. lots of activities are being offered and the parent involvement is enormous. andrea, cincinnati
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Posted February 6, 2006
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I have a 6 Year old In Kilgore, and am very Happy with this school, his Teacher Mrs. Braffman is excellent. I also like how they make me feel that I can come into class basically any time I want. I really enjoy it.
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Posted January 16, 2006
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Kilgour is a gem! We have two children (1st and 2nd grade) at Kilgour. There is a fantastic staff of teachers and administrators, spectacluar parental involvement and a rigorous academic curriculum (most continue to Walnut Hills!)We had looked at all of the private schools in the area and we still decided on Kilgour. It is a fantastic neighborhood school that really supports a community of academic and personal achievement. We are so fortunate to be a part of this school!
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Posted January 9, 2006
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This is the best school. They have a great teacher/parent involment. They are there to help your child. Your child is not just a number. Great School!
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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2011.

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96%

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92%

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Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2011.

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97%

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92%

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98%

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89%

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94%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
92%

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91%

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94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
94%

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91%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 66% in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
79%

2008

 
 
73%

2007

 
 
80%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
82%

2007

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 71% in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
70%

2007

 
 
77%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
98%

2007

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
97%

2007

 
 
96%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 75% in 2011.

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The state average for Reading was 77% in 2011.

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Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students96%
Female>95%
Male>95%
Black, non-Hispanic94%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabled75%
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%

Reading

All Students97%
Female>95%
Male>95%
Black, non-Hispanic94%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabled92%
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students91%
Female93%
Male90%
Black, non-Hispanic80%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%

Reading

All Students93%
Female>95%
Male90%
Black, non-Hispanic87%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students93%
Female89%
Male>95%
Black, non-Hispanic74%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracial91%
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%

Reading

All Students95%
Female93%
Male>95%
Black, non-Hispanic79%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracial>95%
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged>95%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%

Science

All Students94%
Female91%
Male>95%
Black, non-Hispanic79%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracial91%
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged>95%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students90%
Female89%
Male91%
Black, non-Hispanic75%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Disabled62%
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%

Reading

All Students96%
Female>95%
Male94%
Black, non-Hispanic90%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged>95%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabled77%
Non-disabled>95%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Gifted>95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black, non-Hispanicn/a
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Disabledn/a
Non-disabledn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Giftedn/a

Reading

All Studentsn/a
Femalen/a
Malen/a
Black, non-Hispanicn/a
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Disabledn/a
Non-disabledn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Giftedn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

In 2010-2011, this school received an Overall Rating of "Met Expected Growth".

Math

Reading

Grade 4MetMet
Grade 5MetMet
Grade 6AboveAbove
Grade 7Data not availableData not available

About the tests

In 2010-2011, the Ohio Department of Education used the Value-Added Measure to show how much growth students made on the Ohio Achievement Test since the last school year. The state expects that student test scores will show an average year's worth of growth compared to test scores from the previous year. Ohio's Value-Added Measure is not the same as Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP), a federal measure which uses different criteria.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

 
109 (2011)
 
104 (2010)
 
107 (2009)
 
104 (2008)
0
60
120

About the tests

Ohio uses the Performance Index to provide an overall indication of how well students perform on its standardized tests each year. The Performance Index scores are based upon how well each student does on all tested subjects in grades 3 through 8 and 10. Schools and districts earn anywhere from 1.2 points for each student scoring at the advanced level to zero points for each untested student. The Performance Index ranges between 0 and 120, with 100 as the statewide goal for all students.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 70% 76%
Black 23% 16%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 2%
Hispanic 2% 3%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Economically disadvantaged students 18%N/A36%
Students with disabilities 9%N/A14%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Attendance

  This school District averageState average
Attendance rate 96%N/A94%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 21N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree or higher 100%N/A99%
Master's degree or higher 82%N/A59%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Temporary teaching certificate 0%N/AN/A
Fully certified 99%N/A98%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

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