For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,605 students in 45206, OH (there are , serving 1,829 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 45206, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45206, OH are Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students, Priority High School and Frederick Douglass School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45206 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45206, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45206, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students
(Math: 89% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2825 Alms Pl
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 363-0000
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 363-0000
Gr: 3-12 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Priority High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Melrose Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 975-5180
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 975-5180
Gr: 7-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 57:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Frederick Douglass School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2627 Park Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 363-1900
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 363-1900
Gr: PK-6 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Queen City Career Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
791 E Mcmillan St
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 475-0222
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 475-0222
Gr: 9-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Dampe Community School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2615 Melrose Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 304-8210
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 304-8210
Gr: K-6 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #66.
Dohn Community
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
608 E Mcmillan St
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 281-6100
Cincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 281-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,675 student Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
45206, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45206, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45206, OH include Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students, Priority High School and Frederick Douglass School.
How many public schools are located in 45206?
6 public schools are located in 45206.
What percentage of students in 45206 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 45206 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45206?
45206 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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