Withrow University High School

1,300 Students

High School 7th - 12th

School Overview

Withrow University High School, located in the Hyde Park/Oakley area of Cincinnati, is a historic institution that serves as a cornerstone of the Cincinnati Public Schools district. Housed in a landmark campus known for its stunning Collegiate Gothic architecture—often referred to as the "Castle on the Hill"—the school has a rich tradition dating back to its founding in 1919. It offers a diverse academic environment, featuring a range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized programs, including its status as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, which challenges students with a rigorous, globally focused curriculum.

Beyond its academic offerings, Withrow is widely recognized for its vibrant extracurricular culture and deep roots in the Cincinnati community. The school boasts a strong athletic tradition, particularly in football and track and field, and maintains a highly active alumni network that remains engaged with the student body. By blending its historic prestige with a modern commitment to college and career readiness, Withrow University High School strives to provide a comprehensive educational experience that prepares its students for success in higher education and the global workforce.

1,300

Total Students

86.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Withrow University High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	30
Hispanic	197
Black	1,007
Asian	12
Two or More	52
American Indian	2

Black
1,007 (77.5%)
Hispanic
197 (15.2%)
Two or More
52 (4.0%)
White
30 (2.3%)
Asian
12 (0.9%)
American Indian
2 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cincinnati Public Schools
Phone:	(513)363-9200
Grade Range:	7th - 12th
Total Students:	1,300
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	86.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.1
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* 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

Grade 7 174

Grade 8 162

Grade 9 308

Grade 10 279

Grade 11 229

Grade 12 148