Ohio is the #6 largest school system in the United States, serving 1,670,552 students across the 3,572 public schools for the 2025 school year (there are 1,397 private schools, serving 231,786 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 52%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 60%.
The top-ranked public schools in Ohio are Grace L Roxbury Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School, and Hilltop Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 34%, with the majority being Black and the student:teacher ratio is 17:1.
Top Ranked Public Schools in Ohio (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Grace L Roxbury Elementary School
(Math: 97% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 97% (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: #2 - 72. - 7.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 1-5
44 N Vine St
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 797-7080
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 797-7080
Rank: #2 - 72. - 7.
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
425 Oliver Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 206-7270
Cincinnati, OH 45215
(513) 206-7270
Rank: #2 - 72. - 7.
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: #2 - 72. - 7.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (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: #2 - 72. - 7.
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: #2 - 72. - 7.
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: #88.
Dorothy E Lewis Elementary School
(Math: 97% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 97% (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: #99.
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: #1010.
Whitehouse Primary School
(Math: 95% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 95% (Top 1%)
Reading: 92% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
6510 Texas St
Whitehouse, OH 43571
(419) 877-0543
Whitehouse, OH 43571
(419) 877-0543
Overview
This State (OH)
# Schools
3,572 Schools
# Students
1,670,552 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
96,800 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (OH)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
Graduation Rate
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.53
# American Indian Students
2,370 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
# Asian Students
49,192 Students
% Asian Students
3%
# Hispanic Students
130,270 Students
% Hispanic Students
8%
# Black Students
283,872 Students
% Black Students
17%
# White Students
1,098,036 Students
% White Students
66%
# Hawaiian Students
1,718 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
# Two or more races Students
105,080 Students
% of Two or more races Students
6%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (OH)
Total Revenue (22-23)
$28,879 MM
Spending (22-23)
$28,792 MM
Revenue / Student (22-23)
$17,287
Spending / Student (22-23)
$17,235
Best Ohio Public Schools by County (2025)
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, Emerson Elementary School, and Hilltop Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Ohio?
3,572 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 34%, 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, River Valley High School vs. Gallia Academy High School, Valley View Intermediate School vs. Mark Twain Elementary School
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