Hamilton Cnty Math & Science

2675 Civic Center Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45231

www.hcmsa.net/

Charter School 622 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 8th

School Overview

Hamilton County Math & Science Academy (HCMSA) is a public charter school located in Cincinnati, Ohio, serving students in grades K-8. The school is built upon a philosophy that emphasizes rigorous academic preparation, specifically focusing on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) curricula. By integrating these subjects into their daily instruction, the academy aims to foster critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a strong foundation in inquiry-based learning to prepare students for success in higher education and future careers.

Beyond its academic focus, HCMSA is committed to creating a structured and supportive learning environment that promotes character development and community involvement. The school operates with a focus on meeting the diverse needs of its student population through a blend of traditional instruction and technology-enhanced learning. By maintaining small class sizes and emphasizing personal growth alongside academic achievement, the academy strives to bridge educational gaps and empower students to become proactive, informed members of their community.

622

Total Students

31.0

Full-Time Teachers

20.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

89.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hamilton Cnty Math & Science
Demographic	Student Count
White	8
Hispanic	8
Black	549
Two or More	52
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	4

Black
549 (88.3%)
Two or More
52 (8.4%)
White
8 (1.3%)
Hispanic
8 (1.3%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.6%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Hamilton Cnty Math & Science
Phone:	(513)728-8620
Website:	http://www.hcmsa.net/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 8th
Total Students:	622
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	513
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	42

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 1

Kindergarten 114

Grade 1 78

Grade 2 89

Grade 3 70

Grade 4 74

Grade 5 62

Grade 6 53

Grade 7 50

Grade 8 31