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The Finneytown Local School District is a residential community centrally located in the Northern Hills area of Hamilton County. The Finneytown Local School District covers approximately 4.8 square miles of Springfield Township and is conveniently located near I-75, I-275, Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway, downtown businesses, medical facilities, shopping and cultural venues. Tri-County, Northgate, Cincinnati Mills, and Kenwood Malls are minutes away.

The vision of the Finneytown Local School District is to be an excellent school district.

Mission
The mission to accomplish this vision shall be achieved through Finneytown's educational programs and district organization. Finneytown will provide an instructional program that maximizes each student's potential, and promotes life-long learning through:
  • A strong academic program and a curriculum that encompasses skills in critical thinking, decision-making, choices for healthy lifestyles, and creativity
  • Student participation in the arts, athletics, and community service
  • A culture that emphasizes respect for all people and property
  • A strong relationship with families and community
Guiding Principles
  1. Value excellence in academics, athletics, arts and service opportunities.
  2. Provide a respectful, caring, and safe environment for students, staff, and families.
  3. Operate with a plan of fiscal responsibility.
  4. Maximize family and community involvement.
  5. Sustain frequent, high-quality communication with staff, parents, and community.
  6. Maintain inviting, comfortable facilities to support student learning and community involvement.
Quick Facts and Figures
  • 2008-2009 Ohio School Report Card: Finneytown met 18 out of 30 indicators
  • District rated “Effective” for four years in a row
  • Cottonwood Elementary rated “Excellent” (2005-2006, 2006-2007, 2007-2008), rated “Excellent with Distinction” (2007-2008 and 2008-2009)
  • Performance Index Score: 94.5%
  • One National Merit Semi-finalists (2008-2009)
  • College Attendance Rate: 95%
  • Student Attendance Rate (All Grades): 95.5%
  • Graduation Rate (2008-2009): 93.7%
  • Enrollment: 1585 (August, 2009)
  • Square miles in the district: 4.8
  • Percentage of teachers with at least a Bachelor's degree: 93.5%
  • Percentage of teachers with at least a Master's Degree: 25.7%
  • Percentage of core academic subject elementary and secondary classes taught by teachers with properly certified teachers: 100.0%
  • Mean ACT Score: 22
  • Percentage of Graduates participating in the ACT: 53%
  • Mean SAT Score: 1000
  • Percent of Graduates participating in the SAT: 59.7%
  • Percent of Graduates graduating with an Honors Diploma: 21.5%
  • Number of Graduates participating in an AP test: 109
  • Percent of Graduates with an AP score of 3 or above: 46.3%
District's Students 2008-2009
Black, non-Hispanic 39.7%
Asian or Pacific islander: 1.2%
Hispanic: 0.7%
Multi-Racial: 5.2%
White, non-Hispanic: 53.1%
Economically Disadvantaged: 28.1%
Limited English Proficient: 0.7%
Students with Disabilities: 16.1%