Question 1

Is 45044 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 45044 in Middletown has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Middletown city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 45044 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 45044?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 45044 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 45044. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 45044 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Middletown. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 45044?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 45044 is approximately $263K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 45044 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 45044 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 45044 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 45044 has an overall NeighborScore of 66/100, placing it in the moderate range for Middletown. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 66/100, 45044 scores similarly to the middle tier of Middletown neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Middletown — ZIP 45044

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Summit Acdy Comm Schl for Alternative Learners of Middletown	KG–06	—	—	—
Marshall High School	09–12	—	—	—
Middletown Preparatory & Fitness Academy	KG–08	—	—	—
Summit Academy Secondary School - Middletown	07–12	—	—	—
Amanda Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Creekview Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Mayfield Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Highview 6th Grade Center	06–06	—	—	—
Rosa Parks Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Independence Elementary School	03–06	—	—	—
Lakota East High School	09–12	—	—	—
Liberty Junior School	07–08	—	—	—
Woodland Elementary School	03–06	—	—	—
Wyandot Early Childhood School	KG–02	—	—	—