For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,341 students in 45255, OH (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,186 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 45255, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 45255, OH are Ayer Elementary School, Summit Elementary School and Nagel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45255 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45255, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45255, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ayer Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8471 Forest Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 474-3811
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 474-3811
Grades: K-6
| 574 students
Rank: #22.
Summit Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8400 Northport Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 474-2270
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 474-2270
Grades: K-6
| 515 students
Rank: #33.
Nagel Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 Nagel Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 474-5407
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 474-5407
Grades: 7-8
| 1,075 students
Rank: #44.
Anderson High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7560 Forest Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 232-2772
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 232-2772
Grades: 9-12
| 1,177 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45255, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45255, OH include Ayer Elementary School, Summit Elementary School and Nagel Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 45255?
4 public schools are located in 45255.
What percentage of students in 45255 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 45255 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45255?
45255 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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