For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,201 students in 45204, OH.
The top-ranked public charter school in 45204, OH is Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 45204 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Ohio public charter school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 37% statewide average). Charter schools in 45204, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 45204, OH Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3280 River Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 921-7777
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 921-7777
Gr: K-8 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Idea Greater Cincinnati Inc
Charter School
2700 Glenway Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 417-4794
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 417-4794
Gr: K-8 | 1,017 student Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 45204, OH?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 45204, OH include Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 45204?
2 public charter schools are located in 45204.
What is the racial composition of students in 45204?
45204 public charter schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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