2023 Best Public High Schools in the Cincinnati Area

• Indian Hill Exempted Village School District, OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  159 reviews

Senior: Indian Hill High School is an amazing school! There are endless opportunities here, such as a wide variety of clubs and sports. You can challenge yourself by taking AP classes, and there are so many to choose from! Most of the teachers are also very knowledgeable and hard workers, and our Principle and Vice Principle are honestly amazing. There are so many fun events throughout the year, like school dances, senior breakfasts, talent show, etc. One of my favorite parts of the school's schedule is Flex, which is a 90 minute time period for students to get some homework done or visit teachers once a week. It's so useful and I really appreciate that it's there! We are also very fortunate to have a very nice, clean-looking school, and we always know we are safe since the police station is less than a minute away. I'm going to miss going to school here! As for the downsides of the school, the school lunch is not very good and there is a lack of diversity.... Read 159 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 649

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Cincinnati City School District, OH•

• 7-12

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  595 reviews

Junior: Walnut Hills is a great school for students who are dedicated to their academics. The school offers several advanced courses and college preparatory resources. The student body tends to be well engaged, with a plethora of clubs and student organizations for peers to join. The population is large and at times it can make the building feel claustrophobic, but solutions can be found. The arts department, specifically music, is funded only by the families and alumnae of the school, as there is no financing for it. Regardless, Walnut Hills still boasts a prestigious music program.... Read 595 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 2,854

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Wyoming City Schools, OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  139 reviews

Niche User: My experience at Wyoming High School was excellent. There are things that needs work, just like any other school but they have it down to a science. Great people and a great community!... Read 139 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 648

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Mason City School District, OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  880 reviews

Senior: Mason High School (MHS) is one of the largest high schools in the state of Ohio. While we are large in campus size and student body numbers, it is a place that encourages personal growth and creates opportunities. MHS has taught me we can all make a difference through our journey and the relationships we build along the way. Each student's story matters. You are enough! I am enough.... Read 880 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 3,492

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Sycamore Community School District, OH•

• 8-12

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  282 reviews

Senior: Sycamore High School has let me become part of more than I could have ever imagined. During all four years of high school, I was a part of the Synnovation Lab, which is a self-paced and project-based learning program. I was also a part of cross country and track which had really motivational coaches who believed in each and every one of us. Sycamore has also been super concerned about the students' safety which has made me feel very comfortable. This school also has a wide variety of classes. I was introduced to classes I didn't even know existed. These classes weren't just classes to help you pass high school or to get your grades up, but they were classes that you would benefit from in the future. For example financial literacy, the human body, a teacher class (for those wanting to go to college to become a teacher), forensics, law studies, field biology, and more. Sycamore also gives students many opportunities to get involved in leadership positions or even lead there own club.... Read 282 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,642

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Beechwood Independent Schools, KY•

• 7-12

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  86 reviews

Alum: A true school community. Beechwood High School is a public, independent school district. Beechwood schools serves 1500 students Pre-K through high school in the community of Fort Mitchell, Kentucky. Both the elementary school and high school have been awarded National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence status.... Read 86 reviews

• grade A

• Students 730

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Forest Hills Local School District, OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  298 reviews

Senior: Honestly, Turpin is an amazing school. There may be some things that I dislike, but overall, it’s great. The academic rigor may seem intense, however there are often times 3 levels of each class. With the opportunity to move down a level, students are able to learn at a pace they’re comfortable with. The staff is mainly pretty good! They care about mental health and will reach out to their students if they’re concerned. They’re also very dedicated to making sure the students succeed. After the death of students in the past, the school has been mental health a priority, which is amazing. Therapy dogs come during lunch occasionally and there’s resources available for every student. The counselors do seem a little strained with only four of them compared to the amount of students though. Overall, Turpin is a great school with staff that truly cares for their students, plentiful programs and resources, and countless opportunities for success later in life.... Read 298 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,133

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Fort Thomas Independent Schools, KY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  214 reviews

Senior: I personally think that the humans here are amazing, everyone is just so welcoming and happy. Although my class is amazing, its where the teachers get you, all of the teachers that I have had are the most comforting and understanding people that I have ever encountered in my life. I am so happy that I got to go though my high school experience with my mom teaching right down the hallway also. The energy you get when you walk into the building is astonishing and the friends that I have met through my long 4 years of high school is one in a million.... Read 214 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,036

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Mariemont City Schools, OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.98 out of 5  82 reviews

Parent: My sophomore has had a tremendous experience at MHS. Great teachers and administration offer an academically rigorous experience, with an expansive selection of honors and AP classes. The high school building is beautiful, a near total renovation just two years ago. Athletics and other extracurriculars are also great - plenty of opportunities for everyone to explore their interests.... Read 82 reviews

• grade A

• Students 502

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Lakota Local School District (Liberty Township), OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  564 reviews

Junior: Lakota East High school overall, is a great place. There are many kind teachers who can help you with work, and also many resources available to the students. However, some parts of the physical school aren’t kept up the greatest, and of course there a few grumpy staff members. Other than that this school is a safe and welcoming place to learn and go to school!... Read 564 reviews

• grade A

• Students 2,426

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Lakota Local School District (Liberty Township), OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  546 reviews

Senior: My experience at Lakota West has been pretty good over the last three years! The teachers care a lot about advancing every student's education and most of them are good with connecting with students. There are many clubs available at Lakota West that offer a wide variety of interests and hobbies to accommodate every type of student at Lakota West. Some of the rules enforced by staff can be redundant and strict, and the structure of the system isn't perfect, but the staff is working on improving the experience and education of Lakota West. Overall, my experience at Lakota West has been beneficial and I am happy to have attended such a great high school!... Read 546 reviews

• grade A

• Students 2,564

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Madeira City School District, OH•

• 8-12

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  148 reviews

Sophomore: Incredible faculty and teachers. Very good choice of classes. A plethora of clubs, sports, and other extracurriculars, so there really is something for everyone! I cannot say enough good things about how fortunate I am to be able to attend such a good school.... Read 148 reviews

• grade A

• Students 412

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Forest Hills Local School District, OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  307 reviews

Junior: I enjoy anderson high school. the teachers put a lot of effort into their studies, and do their best to provide a fun academic time for their students. Often time flies by, and I have lots of fun within each class, for instance, my english class, where we often have discussions about literature that we read. Teachers have the chance to be one-on-one with students, and its helped me feel success within my high school. They even provide rewards for being a "good student in standing", making a very good reward system as well as a good way to help students work much harder. I've always struggled in school, but I'm pleased to say that Anderson has helped me achieve success.... Read 307 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,215

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Loveland City School District, OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4 out of 5  241 reviews

Freshman: I came into Loveland, and to be honest, at first I didn’t like it. There wasn’t much wrong with the school itself, but many teachers made the transition to high school hard by immediately piling on work with very little instruction on the topic that the work was on. However, as the year went on, I grew to like school. Football games and dances were super fun and brought everyone together, and throughout the year I became friends with a lot of different people. There are lots of different clubs to get involved in, and many different sports you can join. You just have to be open to meeting new people and trying new things in school or your entire time will be miserable. The only critiques I have are on the lack of bussing to school, and also that some of the teachers don’t really teach. The school could also definitely improve on how they deal with conflicts (either nothing is done or the wrong person is blamed). But overall Loveland is a pretty good place, and peers are generally nice.... Read 241 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,381

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Boone County Public Schools, KY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  355 reviews

Senior: When some describe their high school they may use adjectives such as orderly, organized, or scholarly, and while each of those are credible and important criteria for a high school to have, I would describe Larry A. Ryle High School with the adjective chaotic. I understand this may be slightly unusual but, fear not, I will explain. Not once in my completed three years of attendance at Ryle did I find myself wishing I was anywhere else, which is surprising for a high school student who had a strenuous workload and a multitude of extracurricular activities. Ryle provided me with a safe space to completely mature into the well-rounded goofball I am today through their effort to incorporate excitement into academics. From dunk tanks to class dance offs I am happy to admit that I am honored to be a part of the movement to put enjoyment back into academic settings, and I could not be more thankful for the (controlled) chaos that Ryle provided to allow me to do so.... Read 355 reviews

• grade A

• Students 2,027

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Kings Local School District, OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.03 out of 5  195 reviews

Senior: Kings high school is a well organized and educational driven school. Most teachers are very helpful to all different types of learners in the classroom. Kings has well balanced meals, many clubs, and lots of other exciting events that parents, students, and staff can get involved in!... Read 195 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,391

• Student-teacher ratio 25:1

• Boone County Public Schools, KY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  275 reviews

Alum: I absolutely loved all 4 years at Cooper! The teachers were amazing and cared about student success, fellow students were friendly and helpful, and the campus promoted a healthy learning environment.... Read 275 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,402

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Cincinnati City School District, OH•

• 3-12

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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  4 reviews

Senior: I really enjoy the small, community feel of Spencer. Due to its size, you're able to form intimate connections with both staff and peers. I enjoy this school and would recommend it to people looking for a more personalized learning experience.... Read 4 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 316

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Campbell County Public Schools, KY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.74 out of 5  210 reviews

Senior: Campbell County is a well diverse high scholl full of teachers and staff members, that want to see every child succeed to the best of their abilites, in school and outside of school. They offer an overwhelming amount of classes to chose from, including AP & Dual Credit classes. You can earn college credit before you even apply to a college. They have state of the art Technology center for children interested in a trade school. I have been blessed to be a part of the Campbell County community!... Read 210 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,462

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Kenton County Public Schools, KY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  295 reviews

Senior: Dixie Heights high School has an all inclusive, friendly, and diverse atmosphere. The teachers always put forth their best effort and make sure the students grow while in their class. Teachers always make sure to check up on your personal life as well, if they notice you're having a bad day they will come and check on you and ask if you need anything. Teachers also make sure to help when applying for colleges making sure you are prepared and have what you need. Dixie also offers numerous after school clubs and actives including anything from chess club to football to bowling. The schools different sports have been to a number of national ans state champions ships. Dixie's sports teams make sure everyone has an equal chance when trying out. Students are always friendly towards each other and make sure one another are okay when someone is upset. All-in-all i would say that Dixie definitely has some room to grow but is a very good school. We always make it a great day at Dixie.... Read 295 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,476

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Milford Exempted Village School District, OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  292 reviews

Senior: My experience at Milford Senior High School is overall pretty good. They have many good teachers that genuinely like their job, nice students for the most part, and have school spirit. One thing I would like to change is the dress code and the food they serve. The food is not that good and the dress code is uncomfortable.... Read 292 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 2,007

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Cincinnati City School District, OH•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.6 out of 5  151 reviews

Senior: What I really like about this school is how it gives students a chance to be able to be surrounded by people with similar interests and goals as them. The academic education system is very good, as well as the arts education system. The students are all very supportive and accepting of each other and overall, the environment is very good. Something I think this school could improve on is the organization. I think it would just be even better if we were more organized. It's hard to keep track of everything going on because of all the different majors, but a planned out organization system could really help with that.... Read 151 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,325

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Ross Local School District, OH•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.97 out of 5  142 reviews

Junior: I'm a junior at Ross High School, so I've been here a while now. For the most part, the students at Ross are very friendly and approachable. The students are always respectful to staff and teachers. There's zero tolerance for bullying which is heavily enforced. Ross is located in a small town, so there isn't an overwhelming amount of students. The teachers are extremely kind and extremely accommodating. They are happy to give you the extra help you may need whether it be before, during, or after school. They care a lot about you and your well-being; they're always there if you need to talk or vent. There's a lot of opportunity for college credits too. I've taken two AP courses and three CCP classes so far. There are so many opportunities at Ross which is great for teens trying to figure out what they want to do after they graduate. Ross High school has a 94% graduation rate which is in the top 20% in Ohio. We are also in the top 30% in OH for the overall testing rank!... Read 142 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 911

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Deer Park Community City School District, OH•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  61 reviews

Senior: The teachers are amazing and care deeply about the students. It is a close knit school and everyone cares for each other. However, the younger classes are very disrespectful and some of the teachers have even quit due to there being no disciplinary action for those classes. To really challenge yourself, you need to enroll in the AP and honors classes. Deer Park also offers an opportunity to gain college credit by take college classes through UC or Cincinnati State. This was an amazing opportunity that I took advantage of and has helped me prepare for what college is actually going to be like. The sports are not the best and the school does not have a good winning record. However, our band program is outstanding and places at numerous competitions.... Read 61 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 559

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Boone County Public Schools, KY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  250 reviews

Senior: Conner High School is the perfect place for growth and development. The teachers, staff, and administrators are fantastic and it really feels as though they care about all of our well-being’s. I have loved my experience here, and I truly feel ready to succeed in my future endeavors. In terms of things that could change about Conner, I feel our staff diversity could be improved. As of 2022, our staff is predominantly white with a small handful of other races. If we had more races represented throughout our staff, I feel as though racism would be less of a problem because, at a younger age, students would be exposed to authority figures that have different skin tones than them, teaching them to respect everyone. Unfortunately, this is a problem faced by schools across the nation, so Conner High is not the “odd one out.” This is simply a problem I’d like to see changed across the board. Other than this, I have had a very positive experience during my 4 years in this high school.... Read 250 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,493

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1