For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,416 students in 45229, OH (there are , serving 236 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 45229, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 45229, OH are North Avondale Montessori School, Rockdale Academy and South Avondale School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45229 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45229, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45229, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Avondale Montessori School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 Clinton Springs Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-3900
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-3900
Grades: PK-6
| 591 students
Rank: #22.
Rockdale Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
335 Rockdale Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-4700
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-4700
Grades: PK-6
| 262 students
Rank: #33.
South Avondale School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
636 Prospect Pl
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-5500
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-5500
Grades: PK-6
| 319 students
Rank: #44.
Regeneration Schools Avondale Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3595 Washington Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 351-5801
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 351-5801
Grades: K-4
| 126 students
Rank: n/an/a
Regeneration Middle School
Charter School
3595 Washington Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 351-5801
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 351-5801
Grades: 5-8
| 118 students
45229, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
876 Glenwood Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-9700
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 363-9700
Grades: PK-8
| 376 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45229, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45229, OH include North Avondale Montessori School, Rockdale Academy and South Avondale School.
How many public schools are located in 45229?
5 public schools are located in 45229.
What percentage of students in 45229 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 45229 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45229?
45229 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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