For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,139 students in 45224, OH (there are 4 private schools, serving 2,503 private students). 50% of all K-12 students in 45224, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45224, OH are Summit Academy Transition High School-cincinnati, College Hill Fundamental Academy and Pleasant Hill Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45224 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45224, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45224, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Academy Transition High School-cincinnati
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5800 Salvia Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45224
(513) 541-4000
Cincinnati, OH 45224
(513) 541-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
College Hill Fundamental Academy
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1625 Cedar Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45224
(513) 363-1600
Cincinnati, OH 45224
(513) 363-1600
Gr: PK-6 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Pleasant Hill Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1350 W North Bend Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45224
(513) 363-4300
Cincinnati, OH 45224
(513) 363-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Aiken New Tech High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5641 Belmont Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45224
(513) 363-6760
Cincinnati, OH 45224
(513) 363-6760
Gr: 7-12 | 1,226 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45224, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45224, OH include Summit Academy Transition High School-cincinnati, College Hill Fundamental Academy and Pleasant Hill Academy.
How many public schools are located in 45224?
4 public schools are located in 45224.
What percentage of students in 45224 go to public school?
50% of all K-12 students in 45224 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45224?
45224 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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