For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,081 students in 45701, OH.
The top ranked public schools in 45701, OH are Morrison Gordon Elementary School, Athens Middle School and East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45701 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45701, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45701, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Morrison Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
793 W Union St
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5445
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5445
Grades: PK-3
| 387 students
Rank: #22.
Athens Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
51 W State St - 55
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-7107
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-7107
Grades: 7-8
| 360 students
Rank: #33.
East Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3 Wallace Dr
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6901
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6901
Grades: PK-3
| 334 students
45701, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
41 Central Ave
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6866
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6866
Grades: K-6
| 195 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45701, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45701, OH include Morrison Gordon Elementary School, Athens Middle School and East Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45701?
3 public schools are located in 45701.
What is the racial composition of students in 45701?
45701 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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