For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,201 students in 45204, OH.
The top ranked public charter school in 45204, OH is 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 charter schools in zipcode 45204 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Ohio public charter school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 37% statewide average). Charter schools in 45204, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 45204, OH Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: K-8
| 184 students
Rank: n/an/a
Idea Greater Cincinnati Inc
Charter School
2700 Glenway Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 417-4794
Cincinnati, OH 45204
(513) 417-4794
Grades: K-8
| 1,017 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 45204, OH?
The top ranked public charter schools in 45204, OH include Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 45204?
2 public charter schools are located in 45204.
What is the racial composition of students in 45204?
45204 public charter schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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