The Seven Hills School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 1,003 students
Yearly Tuition: $36,340
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The Seven Hills School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Seven Hills School
Pre-K	144
Kind	64
1	49
2	50
3	53
4	53
5	61
6	60
7	81
8	80
9	70
10	78
11	73
12	87

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1906

School Calendar

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Campus Size

44 acres

Student Body

Total Students

1,003 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

40%

State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

155 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Average SAT score

1310

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Students on the Doherty Campus are required to wear uniforms.

Number of AP Courses

21 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

AP 2-D Art and DesignAP 3-D Art and Design

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Chinese Language and CultureAP Computer Science A

AP Computer Science PrinciplesAP Drawing

AP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and Composition

AP French Language and CultureAP Latin

AP Physics CAP Seminar

AP Spanish Language and CultureAP Spanish Literature and Culture

AP StatisticsAP U.S. History

AP World History: Modern

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$36,340

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $9,750 (PK2) - $36,340 (grades 10-12).

% on Financial Aid

40%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$13,800

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Janet Hill

Admissions Associate

Andi Simon

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$50.4315 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

17 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

Winter Track

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Colors

Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Sting

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

52 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Academic TeamAfrican-American Awareness Club

Anime ClubArt Club

Aviation ClubBaking Club

Book ClubCanvass (School Newspaper)

Certamen ClubChess Club

Chinese ClubChristian Club

Cincinnati Culinary ClubDebate Club

Dungeons and Dragons ClubFaculty Class Advisors

Fashion ClubFrench Club

Future Business Leaders of America ClubGender Sexuality Alliance

Guitar ClubHealth and Fitness Club

Health Occupation Students of AmericaLatin Club

Map ClubMath Honor Society

Math LeagueMinecraft Club

Mock Trial TeamModel United Nations

Performing Arts ClubPhotography Club

Red Cross ClubRobotics Club

Rock Climbing ClubScience Bowl

Science OlympiadService Club

Seven Hills BroadcastingSmash Bros Club

Spanish ClubSports Business Club

Student CouncilStudent Government

Student SenateThespian Society

Yearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

ChorusInstrumental Music

Theater

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Intramural SportsUpper School Sports League

School Notes

The Seven Hills School is ranked by Niche.com as 2026 #1 Best Private High School in Ohio, #1 Best College Prep Private High School in the Cincinnati area, and #1 Best Private K-12 School in Ohio.
Teachers are the difference. Trained in some of the nation's best universities and recruited from all over the country, Seven Hills teachers are experts not only in their subjects and grade levels but in connecting with children and young people.
They are committed to developing learning experiences that inspire and excite students.
Seven Hills teachers design learning experiences that enable students to acquire and hone skills to think critically and creatively, pursue their interests, collaborate with classmates and teachers, and explore the world around them.
In an environment that encourages students to take risks and stretch beyond their sphere of mastered skills, students gain more from their time at Seven Hills - supported along the way by their classmates and teachers.

Seven Hills is committed to providing access to as many students as possible. As part of our Affordability Initiative, the school offers two important options: the Flexible Tuition Program and Seven Hills Scholar Awards, both designed to provide families access to a Seven Hills education. Approximately 40% of the Seven Hills student body participates in the Flexible Tuition program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Seven Hills School cost?

The Seven Hills School's tuition is approximately $36,340 for private students.

What sports does The Seven Hills School offer?

The Seven Hills School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. The Seven Hills School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for most sports offered.

What is The Seven Hills School's ranking?

The Seven Hills School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for The Seven Hills School?

The application deadline for The Seven Hills School is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is The Seven Hills School located?

The Seven Hills School is located in the Madisonville neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 3 other private schools located in Madisonville.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cincinnati, OH is $8,487 for elementary schools and $17,834 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cincinnati, OH is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).