For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 925 students in 45205, OH (there are , serving 2,395 private students). 28% of all K-12 students in 45205, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45205, OH are Carson School and Cincinnati Technology Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45205 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45205, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45205, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carson School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4323 Glenway Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45205
(513) 363-9800
Cincinnati, OH 45205
(513) 363-9800
Gr: PK-7 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Cincinnati Technology Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Glenway Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45205
(513) 471-7323
Cincinnati, OH 45205
(513) 471-7323
Gr: K-12 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
45205, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
945 Hawthorne Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45205
(513) 363-6000
Cincinnati, OH 45205
(513) 363-6000
Gr: PK-9 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45205, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45205, OH include Carson School and Cincinnati Technology Academy.
How many public schools are located in 45205?
2 public schools are located in 45205.
What percentage of students in 45205 go to public school?
28% of all K-12 students in 45205 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45205?
45205 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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