For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,536 students in 45242, OH.
The top ranked public middle schools in 45242, OH are Sycamore Junior High School and Sycamore High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 45242 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45242, OH have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45242, OH Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sycamore Junior High School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5757 Cooper Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 686-1760
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 686-1760
Grades: 7-8
| 859 students
Rank: #22.
Sycamore High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7400 Cornell Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 686-1770
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 686-1770
Grades: 8-12
| 1,677 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 45242, OH?
The top ranked public middle schools in 45242, OH include Sycamore Junior High School and Sycamore High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 45242?
2 public middle schools are located in 45242.
What is the racial composition of students in 45242?
45242 public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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