For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,403 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 24% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), 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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45231, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Run Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11780 Pippin Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 825-7070
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 825-7070
Grades: K-5
| 820 students
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Cnty Math & Science
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2675 Civic Center Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-8620
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-8620
Grades: PK-8
| 620 students
Rank: #33.
Northwest High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10761 Pippin Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 851-7300
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 851-7300
Grades: 9-12
| 948 students
Rank: #44.
Pleasant Run Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11770 Pippin Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 851-2400
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 851-2400
Grades: 6-8
| 651 students
Rank: #55.
Finneytown Secondary Campus
(Math: 19% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8916 Fontainebleau Ter
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 931-0712
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 931-0712
Grades: 7-12
| 536 students
Rank: #66.
Mt. Healthy South Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1743 Adams Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-4683
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-4683
Grades: 1-6
| 595 students
Rank: #77.
Mt. Healthy North Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2170 Struble Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6004
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6004
Grades: 1-6
| 572 students
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
Grades: K-8
| 195 students
Rank: #99.
Mt Healthy Junior High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8101 Hamilton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 729-0130
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 729-0130
Grades: 7-8
| 458 students
Rank: #1010.
Mt Healthy High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8101 Hamilton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 729-0130
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 729-0130
Grades: 9-12
| 842 students
Rank: n/an/a
8791 Brent Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-3720
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-3720
Grades: K-1
| 157 students
Rank: n/an/a
8850 Winton Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-3737
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-3737
Grades: K-6
| 634 students
Rank: n/an/a
1310 Adams Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6020
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6020
Grades: PK-K
| 290 students
Rank: n/an/a
7615 Harrison Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-4989
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-4989
Grades: 2-12
| 85 students
45231, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8513 Cottonwood Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-3728
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-3728
Grades: 3-4
| 213 students
8916 Fontainebleau Ter
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-3706
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-3706
Grades: 7-8
| 319 students
2400 Adams Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6008
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6008
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
2170 Struble Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6016
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 742-6016
Grades: 7-8
| 293 students
1310 Adams Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-4685
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-4685
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
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?
14 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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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