For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,128 students in 45044, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45044, OH are Liberty Junior School, Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy and Summit Academy Secondary School - Middletown. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 45044 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45044, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45044, OH Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Liberty Junior School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7055 Dutchland Blvd
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 777-4420
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 777-4420
Gr: 7-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
816 2nd Ave
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 424-6110
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 424-6110
Gr: K-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Summit Academy Secondary School - Middletown
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3029 Yankee Rd
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 420-9767
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 420-9767
Gr: 7-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
45044, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1830 Yankee Rd
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 420-4593
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 420-4593
Gr: 9-12 | 66 students Minority enrollment: 28%
106 South Highview Rd
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 423-0781
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 423-0781
Gr: K-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
631 S Breiel Blvd
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 423-1800
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 423-1800
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
2701 Central Ave
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 420-4556
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 420-4556
Gr: K-6 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
1036 S Verity Pkwy
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 420-4561
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 420-4561
Gr: K-3 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 45044, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45044, OH include Liberty Junior School, Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy and Summit Academy Secondary School - Middletown.
How many public middle schools are located in 45044?
3 public middle schools are located in 45044.
What is the racial composition of students in 45044?
45044 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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