For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,967 students in 45238, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 45238 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45238, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45238, OH Public Elementary 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.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45238, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45238, OH include Delhi Middle School, Dater Montessori School and Delshire Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45238?
5 public elementary schools are located in 45238.
What is the racial composition of students in 45238?
45238 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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