For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,027 students in 45203, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 217 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 45203, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45203, OH are George Hays-jennie Porter School and John J. Gilligan Digital Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45203 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45203, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45203, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Hays-jennie Porter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1030 Cutter St
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 363-1000
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 363-1000
Gr: PK-6 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
John J. Gilligan Digital Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
425 Ezzard Charles Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 363-2040
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 363-2040
Gr: K-12 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
425 Ezzard Charles Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 363-1500
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 363-1500
Gr: PK | 31 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45203, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45203, OH include George Hays-jennie Porter School and John J. Gilligan Digital Academy.
How many public schools are located in 45203?
4 public schools are located in 45203.
What percentage of students in 45203 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 45203 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45203?
45203 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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