For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,112 students in 45042, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45042, OH are Madison Elementary School, Miller Ridge Elementary School and Madison Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45042 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45042, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45042, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5795 W Alexandria Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4755
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4755
Gr: PK-5 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Miller Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4704 Miller Road
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4559
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4559
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Madison Junior High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5797 W Alexandria Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4760
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4760
Gr: 6-8 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Central Academy Nongraded Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Sophie Ave
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4537
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4537
Gr: K-6 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Wildwood Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4564
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4564
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Middletown Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
551 N Breiel Blvd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4528
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4528
Gr: 6-8 | 941 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
45042, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
800 Charles St
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4546
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4546
Gr: K-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 45042, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45042, OH include Madison Elementary School, Miller Ridge Elementary School and Madison Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45042?
6 public elementary schools are located in 45042.
What is the racial composition of students in 45042?
45042 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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