Gilbert A. Dater High School is a public high school, combined with grades 7 and 8, located in the Western Hills area of Cincinnati, Ohio. It is part of the Cincinnati 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ. The first graduating class was in 2003. Gilbert A. Dater High School is located on the west side of Cincinnati.
Serving 895 students in grades 7-12, Gilbert A. Dater 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 22% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert A. Dater High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gilbert A. Dater High School's student population of 895 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
895 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Maroon, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Gilbert A. Dater 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 Gilbert A. Dater High School is 0.62, which is more 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
#3027 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
31%
8%
Black
53%
17%
White
10%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert A. Dater High School's ranking?
Gilbert A. Dater High School is ranked #3027 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Gilbert A. Dater High School often compared to?
Gilbert A. Dater High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Hills University 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 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilbert A. Dater High School?
The graduation rate of Gilbert A. Dater High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Gilbert A. Dater High School?
895 students attend Gilbert A. Dater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Gilbert A. Dater High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert A. Dater High School?
Gilbert A. Dater High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gilbert A. Dater High School offer ?
Gilbert A. Dater High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilbert A. Dater High School part of?
Gilbert A. Dater High School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Gilbert A. Dater High School located?
Gilbert A. Dater High School is located in the West Price Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in West Price Hill.
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