For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,782 students in 45219, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45219, OH are William H Taft Elementary School, Mount Auburn Preparatory Academy and Hughes Stem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 45219 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45219, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45219, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William H Taft Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
270 Southern Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 363-5600
Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 363-5600
Gr: PK-7 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Mount Auburn Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
244 Southern Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 975-3391
Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 975-3391
Gr: K-12 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Hughes Stem High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2515 Clifton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 363-7400
Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 363-7400
Gr: 7-12 | 1,167 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 45219, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45219, OH include William H Taft Elementary School, Mount Auburn Preparatory Academy and Hughes Stem High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 45219?
3 public middle schools are located in 45219.
What is the racial composition of students in 45219?
45219 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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