Sycamore Junior High School

5757 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH, 45242

Top 10% School in Ohio

Ranked 18 of 196 in Ohio

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About Sycamore Junior High School

Sycamore Junior High School is located at 6200 South Harris Drive in the Sycamore area of Cincinnati, Ohio. The school serves students in grades 7 and 8 and enrolls approximately 859 students. Classroom instruction operates with a student–teacher ratio of about 18:1, helping maintain consistent academic support. Academic performance shows around 82% of students meeting math proficiency and about 81% meeting reading proficiency. The student body is 53% mcompetence female. The???????????????? school fosters a student-centered environment where learners are challenged to critically reflect, master academic concepts, and cultivate personal qualities that will lead them to success. Most of the houses in the area cost between $400,000 and $780,000. This is because the neighborhoods are well-established and have easy access to local amenities. Parents say that their kids stay interested and get more confident when schoolwork gets harder because the school is a place where everyone works together. Sycamore Junior High School is one of the best middle schools in Ohio because it has a strong focus on developing lifelong learners and getting excellent grades.

Contact Information

Address

5757 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH, 45242

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Phone

(513) 686-1760

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 82%
Reading 81%
State average proficiency is 82% in Math and 81% in Reading.
48
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
859
Total Students
$71518
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 18 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Sycamore Junior High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

18

of 196 in Ohio

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:10 AM – 3:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 63.21%
Asian 15.25%
Hispanic 7.45%
Black 8.03%
Two+ Races 5.94%
Native Am. 0%
White
63.21%
Asian
15.25%
Hispanic
7.45%
Black
8.03%
Two+ Races
5.94%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 859
47.15%
405 Female
52.85%
454 Male

Student Population

859 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

286 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Sycamore Junior High School was recognized in November 2025 for excellence in implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports. The recognition was awarded by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. The school was one of five district buildings to receive the honor.

FAQ

Q1. What academic teams does Sycamore offer?

Ans. Science Olympiad, debate, and math competitions.

Q2. What creative programs exist?

Ans. Studio arts and digital media courses.

Q3. How is wellness promoted?

Ans. Counseling sessions and SEL programs.

Q4. How are families engaged?

Ans. Newsletters, online tools, and parent nights.

Q5. What leadership roles exist?

Ans. Student ambassadors and service councils.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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