For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 338 students in 45217, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 775 private students). 30% of all K-12 students in 45217, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in 45217, OH is St. Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 45217 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45217, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45217, OH Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4615 Tower Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45217
(513) 482-7100
Cincinnati, OH 45217
(513) 482-7100
Gr: 7-12 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
45217, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4515 Tower Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45217
(513) 482-7110
Cincinnati, OH 45217
(513) 482-7110
Gr: K-6 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45217, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45217, OH include St. Bernard-elmwood Place Junior/senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 45217?
1 public schools are located in 45217.
What percentage of students in 45217 go to public school?
30% of all K-12 students in 45217 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45217?
45217 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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