For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,556 students in 45238, OH.
The top-ranked public high schools in 45238, OH are Achievepoint Career Academy - Cincinnati, Gilbert A. Dater High School and Western Hills University High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 45238 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Ohio public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in 45238, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 45238 have a Graduation Rate of 63%, which is less than the Ohio average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gilbert A. Dater High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Ohio or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45238, OH Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Achievepoint Career Academy - Cincinnati
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5098 Glencrossing Way
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 334-3607
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 334-3607
Gr: 9-12 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Gilbert A. Dater High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2146 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-7200
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-7200
Gr: 5-12 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Western Hills University High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2144 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8900
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8900
Gr: 7-12 | 1,342 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
45238, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2144 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8700
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8700
Gr: 9-12
2144 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8800
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8800
Gr: 9-12 | 125 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 45238, OH?
The top-ranked public high schools in 45238, OH include Achievepoint Career Academy - Cincinnati, Gilbert A. Dater High School and Western Hills University High School.
How many public high schools are located in 45238?
3 public high schools are located in 45238.
What is the racial composition of students in 45238?
45238 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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