For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 7,010 students in 45231, OH (there are 4 private schools, serving 724 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 45231, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45231, OH are Pleasant Run Elementary School, Hamilton Cnty Math & Science and Northwest High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45231 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45231, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45231, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Run Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11780 Pippin Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 825-7070
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 825-7070
Gr: K-5 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Cnty Math & Science
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2675 Civic Center Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-8620
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-8620
Gr: PK-8 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Northwest High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10761 Pippin Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 851-7300
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 851-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Finneytown Secondary Campus - Middle And High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8916 Fontainebleau Ter
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 931-0712
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 931-0712
Gr: 7-12 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Pleasant Run Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11770 Pippin Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 851-2400
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 851-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Mt. Healthy North Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2170 Struble Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6004
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6004
Gr: 1-6 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #77.
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1743 Adams Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-4683
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-4683
Gr: 1-6 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Mt. Healthy Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7601 Harrison Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 587-6280
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 587-6280
Gr: K-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Mt Healthy Junior High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8101 Hamilton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 729-0130
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 729-0130
Gr: 7-8 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
Mt Healthy High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8101 Hamilton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 729-0130
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 729-0130
Gr: 9-12 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
8850 Winton Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-3737
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-3737
Gr: K-6 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
1310 Adams Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6020
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6020
Gr: PK-K | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45231, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45231, OH include Pleasant Run Elementary School, Hamilton Cnty Math & Science and Northwest High School.
How many public schools are located in 45231?
12 public schools are located in 45231.
What percentage of students in 45231 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 45231 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45231?
45231 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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