Finneytown Local Schools vs. the Ohio state average.
Source: Ohio School Report Cards 2024–2025 & Public School Review
With a 15:1 student-teacher ratio, your child isn't lost in the crowd. Teachers know every student by name, adjust to their learning pace, and communicate directly with parents. Finneytown serves 1,170+ students across just 2-3 schools. CBA keeps it personal.
CBA provides a calm, disciplined environment where kids can focus on learning. No metal detectors, no chaos. Just a school that feels like a community. Our relaxed but respectful culture lets kids be kids while still being held accountable.
CBA is a Christian school rooted in daily Bible instruction and chapel. Where faith isn't a side subject, it's woven into everything. Our welcoming, relaxed environment focuses on building character, integrity, and a biblical worldview. Families choose CBA because faith and learning go hand in hand.
CBA is located at 7645 Winton Road. Right in the heart of the community. Finneytown families are literally our neighbors. No long commute, no complicated logistics. Plus, free bus transportation is available for Finneytown district families.
Every Ohio family qualifies for the EdChoice Expansion Scholarship. No income cap, no district restriction. Here’s what CBA actually costs after the scholarship:
| K-5 Tuition | $6,466/year |
| EdChoice Scholarship | – $6,166/year |
| Remaining Tuition | $0 for most families$300 if household income is above 250% FPL |
| Textbook Fee | $550/year |
| Registration Fee$125 by April 1 · $175 by June 1 · $225 after | $125–$225 |
| Your Total Annual Cost | $675 – $775 |
Lower-income families pay even less. If your household income is below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level, the tuition gap is covered. You’d only pay the registration and textbook fees ($675–$775/year). That’s roughly $65/month for private school.
All families can set up a 10-month payment plan. Mrs. Loftis handles all the EdChoice paperwork so you don’t have to navigate the process alone. Free bus transportation is available for Finneytown district families.
Schedule a tour, ask about EdChoice, or just get your questions answered. Mrs. Loftis is ready to help.
If you’re a parent in Finneytown looking for a better option for your child’s education, Central Baptist Academy is right in your neighborhood. Located at 7645 Winton Road. Just minutes from Finneytown. CBA has been serving Cincinnati families since 1968 with a K-8 education where every child is known, challenged, and loved.
Finneytown Local School District serves about 1,170 students across 2-3 schools. The district’s most recent Ohio School Report Card shows math proficiency at just 19% and reading proficiency at 47%. Both below state averages of 52% and 60% respectively. At a 3/10 testing ranking, Finneytown students are falling behind.
CBA offers what a small public district can’t match: 15:1 student-teacher ratios, individualized instruction, and direct parent-teacher communication. Your child isn’t a number at CBA. Teachers know every student’s strengths, challenges, and personality. And they adjust accordingly.Finneytown families also value CBA's faith-centered approach. With daily Bible instruction, weekly chapel, and an environment where faith and learning are inseparable, CBA offers a Christian education rooted in character, integrity, and biblical values. In a warm, family-centered atmosphere where every child is known.
Thanks to the EdChoice Expansion Scholarship, every Ohio family qualifies. No income cap, no district restriction. The state provides up to $6,166 per year toward K-8 tuition. CBA tuition is $6,466 for K-5 and $6,566 for 6-8, leaving a tuition gap of just $300–$400.
Here’s the full picture of annual costs after EdChoice:
Tuition gap after scholarship: $300–$400
Textbook fee: $550 per student
Registration fee: $125 (by April 1) / $175 (by June 1) / $225 (after June 1)
Total annual cost: $975–$1,075 per student. With a 10-month payment plan available, that’s as low as $98/month.
Families below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level may qualify for additional EdChoice support that covers the tuition gap entirely. For those families, the annual cost is just the textbook and registration fees. $675–$775 per student, or about $68–$78/month on the payment plan. Free bus transportation is available for Finneytown district families. Mrs. Loftis handles all the EdChoice paperwork for you.
CBA is located at 7645 Winton Road, Building A, Cincinnati, OH 45224. Just a short drive from Finneytown, Mt. Healthy, North College Hill, Greenhills, and College Hill. Whether you’re in the Finneytown Local School District or a neighboring area, your family is welcome.
Ready to learn more? Call (513) 521-5481 or visit us on Winton Road. Mrs. Loftis is happy to answer your questions and walk you through every step of the enrollment and EdChoice process.
Central Baptist Academy welcomes families from across the Cincinnati area. Learn more about how CBA serves your neighborhood:
Learn more about the EdChoice Scholarship and how it makes private education affordable, or visit our Tuition & Financial Aid page for the full breakdown.