For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 419 students in 45206, OH (there are 4 private schools, serving 844 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 45206, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45206, OH are Frederick Douglass School and Dampe Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45206 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45206, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45206, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frederick Douglass School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2627 Park Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 363-1900
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 363-1900
Gr: PK-6 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Dampe Community School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2615 Melrose Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 304-8210
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 304-8210
Gr: K-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45206, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45206, OH include Frederick Douglass School and Dampe Community School.
How many public schools are located in 45206?
2 public schools are located in 45206.
What percentage of students in 45206 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 45206 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45206?
45206 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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