For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,707 students in 45238, OH (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,543 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 45238, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45238, OH are Delhi Middle School, Dater Montessori School and Delshire Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45238 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45238, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45238, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delhi Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5280 Foley Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 922-8400
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 922-8400
Gr: 6-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Dater Montessori School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2840 Boudinot Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-0900
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-0900
Gr: PK-6 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Delshire Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4402 Glenhaven Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 471-1766
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 471-1766
Gr: K-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Covedale School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5130 Sidney Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-1700
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-1700
Gr: PK-6 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Achievepoint Career Academy - Cincinnati
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5098 Glencrossing Way
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 334-3607
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 334-3607
Gr: 9-12 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Gilbert A. Dater High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2146 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-7200
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-7200
Gr: 5-12 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Western Hills University High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2144 Ferguson Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8900
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 363-8900
Gr: 7-12 | 1,342 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
5035 Delhi Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 598-2951
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 598-2951
Gr: PK | 95 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45238, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45238, OH include Delhi Middle School, Dater Montessori School and Delshire Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45238?
8 public schools are located in 45238.
What percentage of students in 45238 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 45238 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45238?
45238 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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