For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,091 students in 45042, OH.
The top-ranked public high schools in 45042, OH are Madison High School and Middletown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 45042 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Ohio public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in 45042, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 45042 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is equal to the Ohio average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Madison High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Ohio or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public high school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 45042, OH Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5797 W Alexandria Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4760
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4760
Gr: 9-12 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Middletown High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 N Breiel Blvd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4500
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,649 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
45042, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
800 Charles St
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4546
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4546
Gr: K-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 45042, OH?
The top-ranked public high schools in 45042, OH include Madison High School and Middletown High School.
How many public high schools are located in 45042?
2 public high schools are located in 45042.
What is the racial composition of students in 45042?
45042 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public high schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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