For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,446 students in 45215, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45215, OH are Hilltop Elementary School, Elm Avenue Elementary School and Vermont Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45215 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 60% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45215, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45215, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
425 Oliver Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 206-7270
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 206-7270
Gr: K-4 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Elm Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
134 Elm Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 206-7000
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 206-7000
Gr: K-4 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Vermont Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
33 Vermont Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 206-7345
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 206-7345
Gr: K-4 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Wyoming Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17 Wyoming Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 206-7170
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 206-7170
Gr: 5-8 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Woodlawn Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31 Riddle Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 864-2900
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 864-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Reading Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
810 E Columbia Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 554-1001
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 554-1001
Gr: PK-6 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Heights Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1113 Adams St
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 864-2400
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 864-2400
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #88.
Lockland Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
125 S Cooper Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 563-5000
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 563-5000
Gr: K-6 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Cincinnati Classical Academy
Charter School
175 Siebenthaler Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 554-0285
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 554-0285
Gr: K-8 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Idea Greater Cincinnati Inc
Charter School
1011 Glendale Milford Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 417-4794
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 417-4794
Gr: K-9 | 1,017 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
45215, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
249 W Forrer St
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 563-5000
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 563-5000
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 50%
249 W Forrer St
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 563-5000
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 563-5000
Gr: 7-8 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 80:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
810 E Columbia Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 842-5151
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 842-5151
Gr: 6-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
810 E Columbia Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 733-4322
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 733-4322
Gr: 3-6 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45215, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45215, OH include Hilltop Elementary School, Elm Avenue Elementary School and Vermont Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45215?
10 public elementary schools are located in 45215.
What is the racial composition of students in 45215?
45215 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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