St. Ignatius School in Cincinnati, OH, is a Catholic co–ed private school serving grades PK through 8 in a suburban community.
Founded in 1955, the school enrolls 1,082 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average class size of 20.
The school is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and offers education with a Catholic orientation.
Ignatius received the Blue Ribbon Award in 2008 and ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for large student body.
Located in the Monfort Heights South neighborhood, this Cincinnati PK–8 private school has a udent population with 4.5% students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,082 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Ignatius School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2008
Student Body
Total Students
1,082 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Ignatius School's ranking?
St. Ignatius School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Ignatius School?
The application deadline for St. Ignatius School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Ignatius School located?
St. Ignatius School is located in the Monfort Heights South neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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The nearest elementary school is St. Joseph Villa Academy Elementary School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Precious Years Learning Center Ltd. (3.0 miles away)
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Quick Facts
4390 Bridgetown Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 574-4035
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 574-4035
2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 175 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
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3324 Wunder Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 481-7683
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 481-7683
2.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 162 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 221-1230
Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 221-1230
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Cincinnati, OH 45247
(513) 741-5333
Cincinnati, OH 45247
(513) 741-5333
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(513) 598-2100
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(513) 598-2100
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