- Norwood High School — 0.4 mi · Grades 9–12 · 435 students
- Norwood Middle School — 0.4 mi · Grades 6–8 · 371 students
- The Norwood Montessori School — 0.4 mi · Grades PK–3 · 124 students
- Sharpsburg Elementary — 0.5 mi · Grades PK–5 · 261 students
- Norwood View Elementary School — 0.6 mi · Grades PK–5 · 250 students
- Williams Avenue Elementary School — 0.9 mi · Grades PK–5 · 257 students
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Ohio School District Income Tax
No district income tax| Metric | Norwood City School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 1,669 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 6 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $19,360/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 10% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 3/10 — Below Average | — | Below average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwood City School District (this district) | 3/10 | 21st | 1,669 |
| Cincinnati City School District | 1/10 | 7th | 35,585 |
| St. Bernard-Elmwood Place City School District | 2/10 | 16th | 752 |
| Deer Park Community City School District | 4/10 | 37th | 1,109 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 604 rated districts in OH → 21st percentile → 3/10.
Source: Ohio Dept. of Education & Workforce, Ohio State Tests grades 3–8 ELA & Math, Proficient or above, 2024–25 school year (enrollment-weighted across grades). Full methodology →
About Norwood City School District
Families in zip code 45212 (Cincinnati, Ohio) are assigned to Norwood City School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 3/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Norwood City School District 3 out of 10 — below average among Ohio public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Ohio’s State Tests grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Ohio is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Norwood City School District carries a below-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates below typical Ohio benchmarks on state assessments. A below-average score reflects test performance relative to other districts — not necessarily teaching quality or school culture, and some of these districts have schools with strong communities and dedicated staff. Families should research specific school quality, visit in person, and ask about available programs. Also ask about open enrollment and magnet options that may offer alternatives to the default attendance-zone assignment.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 45212
Children in zip code 45212 are assigned to Norwood City School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 45212, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Norwood City School District at (513)924-2500 or visit www.norwoodschools.org/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Ohio districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Cincinnati
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Norwood City School District serves zip code 45212, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 45212. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Ohio, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Norwood City School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 45212.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Norwood City School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 45212 data.