For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,203 students in 45042, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 463 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 37% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45042, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5795 W Alexandria Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4755
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4755
Grades: PK-5
| 688 students
Rank: #22.
Madison High School
(Math: 40-44% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 442 students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #44.
Madison Junior High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5797 W Alexandria Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4760
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4760
Grades: 6-8
| 352 students
Rank: #55.
Central Academy Nongraded Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Sophie Ave
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4537
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4537
Grades: K-6
| 355 students
Rank: #66.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Wildwood Rd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4564
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4564
Grades: PK-5
| 393 students
Rank: #77.
Middletown High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 N Breiel Blvd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4500
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,649 students
Rank: #88.
Middletown Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
551 N Breiel Blvd
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4528
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4528
Grades: 6-8
| 941 students
45042, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
800 Charles St
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4546
Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 420-4546
Grades: K-6
| 312 students
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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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