Founded in 1926, Cincinnati Country Day School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school serving early childhood (18 months) through grade 12 students.
The school emphasizes educational excellence, character development, extracurricular involvement, and integrated technology. With a rich academic curriculum and superior technology program, CCDS inspires a passion for learning and independent thinking through a steadfast commitment to academic excellence, personal integrity, and service to others.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Yearly Tuition: $24,555
- Acceptance rate: 65%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- CCDS is the Only Private School in Cincinnati to Receive Top AP Award - 11/14/2023Cincinnati Country Day School has been awarded "Platinum with Access" in the 2023 AP School Honor Roll, issued by the College Board. This award recognizes the consistently high scores achieved ...moreby our students on AP exams and the school's clear and effective commitment to equitable access. In receiving this award, Country Day not only ranks top among private schools in the city but is the only co-educational private school in the state to receive the award the other recipients being all-girls' schools in Columbus and the Cleveland area. "This award is a testament to the exceptional quality of teaching and commitment to principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion that Country Day prioritizes as fundamental characteristics of the student experience," says Jenn Weinheimer, head of Upper School. "We are proud that this commitment has been recognized at a national level."Among public schools in Ohio, only Walnut Hills and Wyoming High School received the Platinum with Access award. While several local schools, both public and private, received a Platinum award, they failed to earn the AP Access Award, which means specifically that "the percentage of AP exam takers who are underrepresented minority and/or low-income students mirrors the school's overall student demographics." "This award is so exciting because it recognizes the things that are at the core of the Country Day experience: excellent classroom instruction from teachers who care about and encourage every student," says Sarah Beyreis, director of college counseling. "It's wonderful to have national recognition for who we are. One of the things I've always loved about Country Day is its genuine diversity; our students bring so many different life experiences to our classrooms. It makes life on campus very rich, and it prepares our students beautifully for the kind of diversity they will encounter in college and in life. I feel especially proud of this award because it represents who we are." According to the College Board, the AP School Honor Roll offers schools recognition across four levels of distinction: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Schools on the AP School Honor Roll may also earn the AP Access Award, honoring schools that demonstrate a clear and effective commitment to equitable access to advanced coursework. hide
Top Rankings
Cincinnati Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1926
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2003
Student Body
Total Students
854 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
78%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
17 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1360
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform K-4; Dress Code 5-12
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$24,555
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $6650 to $26380 depending on the grade/program.
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$14,400
Acceptance Rate
65%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Aaron B. Kellenberger
Admissions Associate
Jennie Bedel (ECH-Grade 4)
Endowment Size
$33 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
16 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Lower School (18 months - grade 4; including pre-kindergarten, Montessori, and kindergarten)
- Middle School (grades 5 - 8)
- Upper School (grades 9 - 12)
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cincinnati Country Day School cost?
Cincinnati Country Day School's tuition is approximately $24,555 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Cincinnati Country Day School?
The acceptance rate of Cincinnati Country Day School is 65%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. Cincinnati Country Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Ohio with low acceptance rates.
Does Cincinnati Country Day School offer a summer program?
Yes, Cincinnati Country Day School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Cincinnati Country Day School offer?
Cincinnati Country Day School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Cincinnati Country Day School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for most sports offered.
What is Cincinnati Country Day School's ranking?
Cincinnati Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Cincinnati Country Day School?
The application deadline for Cincinnati Country Day School is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Reviews
5 3/14/2023
We love this school and the community that comes with it. Our son is in his second year. We expect he will graduate from high school here. Outstanding!
5 2/15/2023
My daughter transferred to Country Day in second grade and is beyond happy. The community welcomed us immediately and warmly. She is academically challenged, engaged with learning, and a joyful little human. I love how she is encouraged to pursue her passions and get involved. She is trying new things and honing her skills in ways we never could have imagined. I think my favorite thing is that she is supported by everyone on campus and known and nurtured by both her friends and the adults. I could not ask for anything more for my child's educational experience.
5 2/15/2023
Actually, a grandparent. My granddaughter thrived at CCDS, and was admitted to an outstanding college where she was prepared to do rigorous college academic work. She thrived, too, in the extracurricular arts program.
5 2/15/2023
Our daughter transferred from a parochial school to CCDS in 2nd grade and the teachers and faculty made the transition incredibly smooth. She is now in 3rd and we couldn't be happier with the CCDS experience. The teachers are amazing, and helpful and strive to challenge the students academically. The campus is beautiful and the community is very welcoming as well. Our daughter is a curious learner and we can see the results over the past few years. She comes home happy every day and seems to love her time at Cincinnati Country Day School.
5 5/17/2016
The teachers know the kids so well. They are able to individualize instruction and include emotional and social growth in our childrens'' development plans. Classes are fun for the kids because the teachers use inventive means to teach what must be learned. Students have art, phys ed, swimming, science, library and language pull-out in the lower school. Middle school (grades 7 and 8) require participation in school sports each season as a phys ed requirement. It's a great way to get the kids to step outside their comfort zone and find a new interest.
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