For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,641 students in 45239, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,013 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 45239, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45239, OH are Struble Elementary School, White Oak Middle School and North College Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45239 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45239, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45239, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Struble Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2760 Jonrose Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 522-2700
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 522-2700
Gr: K-5 | 772 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
White Oak Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3130 Jessup Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 741-4300
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 741-4300
Gr: 6-8 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
North College Hill Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6955 Grace Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 728-4787
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 728-4787
Gr: PK-4 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Mt. Airy School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5730 Colerain Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 363-3700
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 363-3700
Gr: PK-6 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
North College Hill High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1620 W Galbraith Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 728-4783
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 728-4783
Gr: 9-12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
North College Hill Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1624 W Galbraith Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 728-4785
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 728-4785
Gr: 5-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Cincinnati Achievement Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5555 Little Flower Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 975-4946
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 975-4946
Gr: K-8 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
North College Hill Trojan Way Learning Center
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1731 Goodman Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 931-8181
Cincinnati, OH 45239
(513) 931-8181
Gr: 1-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45239, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45239, OH include Struble Elementary School, White Oak Middle School and North College Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45239?
8 public schools are located in 45239.
What percentage of students in 45239 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 45239 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45239?
45239 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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