For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,237 students in 45244, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,152 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 45244, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45244, OH are Wilson Elementary School, Mercer Elementary School and Turpin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45244 have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45244, OH have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45244, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2465 Little Dry Run Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45244
(513) 231-3240
Cincinnati, OH 45244
(513) 231-3240
Gr: K-6 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Mercer Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2600 Bartels Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45244
(513) 232-7000
Cincinnati, OH 45244
(513) 232-7000
Gr: K-6 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Turpin High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2650 Bartels Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45244
(513) 232-7770
Cincinnati, OH 45244
(513) 232-7770
Gr: 9-12 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45244, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45244, OH include Wilson Elementary School, Mercer Elementary School and Turpin High School.
How many public schools are located in 45244?
3 public schools are located in 45244.
What percentage of students in 45244 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 45244 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45244?
45244 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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