For the 2026 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 55%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ayer Elementary School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8471 Forest Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 474-3811
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 474-3811
Gr: K-6 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Summit Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8400 Northport Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 474-2270
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 474-2270
Gr: K-6 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
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
Gr: 7-8 | 1,075 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Anderson High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7560 Forest Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 232-2772
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 232-2772
Gr: 9-12 | 1,177 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
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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