Best 45211 Ohio Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,562 students in 45211, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 827 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 45211, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45211, OH are Bridgetown Middle School, Cheviot School and Westwood School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45211 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45211, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 45211, OH Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bridgetown Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3900 Race Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 574-3511
Gr: 6-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Cheviot School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4040 Harrison Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 363-1400
Gr: PK-6 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Westwood School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2981 Montana Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 363-5900
Gr: K-6 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
James N. Gamble Montessori Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2700 Felicity Pl
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 363-2600
Gr: PK-6 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Midway School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3156 Glenmore Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 363-3500
Gr: PK-6 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
James N. Gamble Montessori High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3036 Werk Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 363-2600
Gr: 7-12 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Cincinnati Technology Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3729 Harding Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 471-7323
Gr: K-8 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
3132 Mozart Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 363-0240
Gr: PK | 131 students Minority enrollment: 92%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 45211, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45211, OH include Bridgetown Middle School, Cheviot School and Westwood School.
How many public schools are located in 45211?
8 public schools are located in 45211.
What percentage of students in 45211 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 45211 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45211?
45211 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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