For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,236 students in 45204, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45204, OH are Rees E. Price Academy, Oyler School and Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 45204 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45204, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45204, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rees E. Price Academy
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1228 Considine Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 363-0000
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 363-0000
Gr: PK-7 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Oyler School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2121 Hatmaker St
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 363-4100
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 363-4100
Gr: PK-12 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3280 River Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 921-7777
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 921-7777
Gr: K-8 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 45204, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45204, OH include Rees E. Price Academy, Oyler School and Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 45204?
3 public middle schools are located in 45204.
What is the racial composition of students in 45204?
45204 public middle schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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