For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,230 students in 45042, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 457 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 45042, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45042, OH are Madison Elementary School, Madison High School and Miller Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45042 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45042, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45042, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5795 W Alexandria Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4755
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4755
Gr: PK-5 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Madison High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5797 W Alexandria Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4760
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4760
Gr: 9-12 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Miller Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4704 Miller Road
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4559
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4559
Gr: PK-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Madison Junior High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5797 W Alexandria Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4916
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4916
Gr: 6-8 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #55.
Central Academy Nongraded Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Sophie Ave
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4537
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4537
Gr: K-6 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #66.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Wildwood Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4564
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4564
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #77.
Middletown High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 N Breiel Blvd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4500
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,587 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #88.
Middletown Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
551 N Breiel Blvd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4528
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4528
Gr: 7-8 | 972 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45042, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45042, OH include Madison Elementary School, Madison High School and Miller Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45042?
8 public schools are located in 45042.
What percentage of students in 45042 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 45042 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45042?
45042 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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