For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 788 students in 43502, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 43502, OH are Archbold Elementary School and Archbold Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 43502 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 43502, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43502, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Archbold Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 Lafayette St
Archbold, OH 43502
(419) 446-2727
Archbold, OH 43502
(419) 446-2727
Gr: K-4 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Archbold Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
306 Stryker St
Archbold, OH 43502
(419) 446-2726
Archbold, OH 43502
(419) 446-2726
Gr: 5-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
43502, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10322 State Route 66
Archbold, OH 43502
(419) 237-2776
Archbold, OH 43502
(419) 237-2776
Gr: PK-3 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 43502, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 43502, OH include Archbold Elementary School and Archbold Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 43502?
2 public elementary schools are located in 43502.
What is the racial composition of students in 43502?
43502 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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