For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,264 students in 45230, OH (there are , serving 1,472 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in 45230, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45230, OH are Sherwood Elementary School, Maddux Elementary School and Sands Montessori School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45230 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45230, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45230, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7080 Grantham Way
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 231-7565
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 231-7565
Gr: PK-6 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Maddux Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
943 Rosetree Ln
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 231-0780
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 231-0780
Gr: K-6 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Sands Montessori School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6421 Corbly Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 363-5000
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 363-5000
Gr: PK-6 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Mt. Washington School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1730 Mears Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 363-3800
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 363-3800
Gr: PK-7 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45230, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45230, OH include Sherwood Elementary School, Maddux Elementary School and Sands Montessori School.
How many public schools are located in 45230?
4 public schools are located in 45230.
What percentage of students in 45230 go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 45230 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45230?
45230 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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