For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,744 students in 45230, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 45230, OH are Sherwood Elementary School, Sands Montessori School and Mt. Washington School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 45230 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45230, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45230, OH Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7080 Grantham Way
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 231-7565
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 231-7565
Gr: PK-6 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Sands Montessori School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6421 Corbly Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 363-5000
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 363-5000
Gr: PK-7 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Mt. Washington School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1730 Mears Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 363-3800
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 363-3800
Gr: PK-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 45230, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 45230, OH include Sherwood Elementary School, Sands Montessori School and Mt. Washington School.
How many public preschools are located in 45230?
3 public preschools are located in 45230.
What is the racial composition of students in 45230?
45230 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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