For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 993 students in 45220, OH (there are , serving 194 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 45220, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45220, OH are Fairview-clifton German Language School and Clifton Area Neighborhood School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45220 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45220, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45220, OH Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairview-clifton German Language School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3689 Clifton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 363-2100
Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 363-2100
Gr: K-8 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Clifton Area Neighborhood School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3711 Clifton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 363-0000
Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 363-0000
Gr: PK-6 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
45220, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3711 Clifton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 363-1500
Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 363-1500
Gr: PK-8 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 146:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45220, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45220, OH include Fairview-clifton German Language School and Clifton Area Neighborhood School.
How many public schools are located in 45220?
2 public schools are located in 45220.
What percentage of students in 45220 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 45220 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45220?
45220 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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