For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,233 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 54% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45042, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45042, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Madison Junior High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5797 W Alexandria Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4916
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4916
Gr: 6-8 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
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 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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?
5 public elementary schools are located in 45042.
What is the racial composition of students in 45042?
45042 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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