For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,416 students in 45229, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 236 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 45229, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45229, OH are North Avondale Montessori School, Rockdale Academy and South Avondale School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45229 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45229, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45229, OH Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Avondale Montessori School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 Clinton Springs Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-3900
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-3900
Gr: PK-6 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Rockdale Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
335 Rockdale Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-4700
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
South Avondale School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
636 Prospect Pl
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-5500
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-5500
Gr: PK-6 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Regeneration Schools Avondale Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3595 Washington Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 351-5801
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 351-5801
Gr: K-4 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Regeneration Middle School
Charter School
3595 Washington Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 351-5801
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 351-5801
Gr: 5-8 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
45229, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
876 Glenwood Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-9700
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-9700
Gr: PK-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45229, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45229, OH include North Avondale Montessori School, Rockdale Academy and South Avondale School.
How many public schools are located in 45229?
5 public schools are located in 45229.
What percentage of students in 45229 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 45229 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45229?
45229 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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