For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,660 students in 45238, OH (there are , serving 1,710 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 45238, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 45238, OH are Delhi Middle School, Delshire Elementary School and Dater Montessori School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45238 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45238, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45238, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Delhi Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5280 Foley Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 922-8400
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 922-8400
Grades: 6-8
| 530 students
Rank: #22.
Delshire Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4402 Glenhaven Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 471-1766
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 471-1766
Grades: PK-5
| 453 students
Rank: #33.
Dater Montessori School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2840 Boudinot Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-0900
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-0900
Grades: PK-6
| 754 students
Rank: #44.
Covedale School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5130 Sidney Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-1700
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-1700
Grades: PK-6
| 432 students
Rank: #55.
Achievepoint Career Academy - Cincinnati
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5098 Glencrossing Way
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 334-3607
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 334-3607
Grades: 9-12
| 244 students
Rank: #66.
Gilbert A. Dater High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2146 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-7200
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-7200
Grades: 7-12
| 895 students
Rank: #77.
Western Hills University High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2144 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8900
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8900
Grades: 7-12
| 1,352 students
45238, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2144 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8700
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8700
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2144 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8800
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8800
Grades: 9-12
| 125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45238, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45238, OH include Delhi Middle School, Delshire Elementary School and Dater Montessori School.
How many public schools are located in 45238?
7 public schools are located in 45238.
What percentage of students in 45238 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 45238 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45238?
45238 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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