For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,396 students in 45231, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45231, OH are Hamilton Cnty Math & Science, Finneytown Secondary Campus - Middle And High School and Pleasant Run Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 45231 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45231, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45231, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Cnty Math & Science
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2675 Civic Center Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-8620
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 728-8620
Gr: PK-8 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Finneytown Secondary Campus - Middle And High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8916 Fontainebleau Ter
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 931-0712
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 931-0712
Gr: 7-12 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Pleasant Run Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11770 Pippin Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 851-2400
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 851-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Mt. Healthy Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7601 Harrison Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 587-6280
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 587-6280
Gr: K-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Mt Healthy Junior High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8101 Hamilton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 729-0130
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 729-0130
Gr: 7-8 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 45231, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45231, OH include Hamilton Cnty Math & Science, Finneytown Secondary Campus - Middle And High School and Pleasant Run Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 45231?
5 public middle schools are located in 45231.
What is the racial composition of students in 45231?
45231 public middle schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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