Best 45229 Ohio Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,152 students in 45229, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 45229 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45229, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).

Best 45229, OH Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Avondale Montessori School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
615 Clinton Springs Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-3900
Gr: PK-6 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Rockdale Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
335 Rockdale Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
South Avondale School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
636 Prospect Pl
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-5500
Gr: PK-6 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 45229, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 45229, OH include North Avondale Montessori School, Rockdale Academy and South Avondale School.
How many public preschools are located in 45229?
3 public preschools are located in 45229.
What is the racial composition of students in 45229?
45229 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).

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