Ohio is the #6 largest school system in the United States, serving 1,658,466 students across the 3,528 public schools for the 2026-27 school year (there are 1,312 private schools, serving 232,122 students). 88% of all K-12 students in Ohio attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Ohio is 55%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 60%.
The top-ranked public schools in Ohio are Grace L Roxbury Elementary School, Parkside Elementary School, and Miller City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 35%, with the majority being Black and the student-teacher ratio is 17:1.
Top-Ranked Public Schools in Ohio (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Grace L Roxbury Elementary School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 98% (Top 1%)
Reading: 96% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
6795 Solon Blvd
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-6210
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-6210
Rank: #22.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 97% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 97% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
6845 Som Center Rd
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-2175
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-2175
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
Miller City Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
200 N Main St
Miller City, OH 45864
(419) 876-3174
Miller City, OH 45864
(419) 876-3174
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
Pugliese Elementary West
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-4
435 John Scott Hwy Connector
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 264-1590
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 264-1590
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
Wells Academy
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-4
420 N 4th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-1651
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-1651
Rank: #66.
Dorothy E Lewis Elementary School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 98% (Top 1%)
Reading: 93% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
32345 Cannon Rd
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-6225
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-6225
Rank: #77.
Whitehouse Primary School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: 92% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
6510 Texas St
Whitehouse, OH 43571
(419) 877-0543
Whitehouse, OH 43571
(419) 877-0543
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Hinckley Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: 92% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
1157 Ridge Rd
Hinckley, OH 44233
(330) 239-1901
Hinckley, OH 44233
(330) 239-1901
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Kalida Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
208 North Fourth Street
Kalida, OH 45853
(419) 532-3845
Kalida, OH 45853
(419) 532-3845
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Terrace Park Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-6
723 Elm Ave
Terrace Park, OH 45174
(513) 272-7700
Terrace Park, OH 45174
(513) 272-7700
Overview
This State (OH)
US
# Schools
3,528 Schools
100,275 Schools
# Students
1,658,466 Students
49,273,287 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
96,158 Teachers
3,176,831 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (OH)
National Average
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
43%
Graduation Rate
86.2%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.54
0.71
# American Indian Students
2,389 Students
465,608 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
50,951 Students
2,805,329 Students
% Asian Students
3%
6%
# Hispanic Students
137,980 Students
14,933,117 Students
% Hispanic Students
8%
30%
# Black Students
279,754 Students
7,261,590 Students
% Black Students
17%
15%
# White Students
1,076,658 Students
20,989,063 Students
% White Students
65%
43%
# Hawaiian Students
1,781 Students
196,826 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
108,514 Students
2,585,768 Students
% of Two or more races Students
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (OH)
Statewide Total Revenue
$32,146 MM
Statewide Total Spending
$31,536 MM
Revenue / Student
$19,383
Spending / Student
$19,015
Best Ohio Public Schools by County (2026-27)
Popular neighborhoods: South Columbus (44 schools), Northland (26 schools), Hilltop (24 schools), North Linden (13 schools), Old Brooklyn (10 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ohio?
The top-ranked public schools in Ohio include Grace L Roxbury Elementary School, Parkside Elementary School, and Miller City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Ohio?
3,528 public schools are located in Ohio.
What percentage of students in Ohio go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Ohio attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ohio?
Minority enrollment in Ohio is 35%, with the majority being Black.
Which public schools in Ohio are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Ohio include: Steamm Academy vs. Crenshaw Middle School, Carrollton Elementary School vs. Malvern Elementary School, Mayfield Preschool vs. Summit Academy Community School - Parma
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