For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,660 students in 45238, OH (there are , serving 1,721 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, Dater Montessori School and Delshire Elementary 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 32% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), 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
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delhi Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5280 Foley Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 922-8400
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 922-8400
Gr: 6-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Dater Montessori School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2840 Boudinot Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-0900
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-0900
Gr: PK-6 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Delshire Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4402 Glenhaven Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 471-1766
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 471-1766
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Covedale School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5130 Sidney Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-1700
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-1700
Gr: PK-6 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Achievepoint Career Academy - Cincinnati
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5098 Glencrossing Way
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 334-3607
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 334-3607
Gr: 9-12 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
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
Gr: 7-12 | 895 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Western Hills University High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2144 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8900
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8900
Gr: 7-12 | 1,352 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
45238, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2144 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8700
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8700
Gr: 9-12
2144 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8800
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8800
Gr: 9-12 | 125 students Minority enrollment: 22%
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, Dater Montessori School and Delshire Elementary 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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