For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,072 students in 44824, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44824, OH are Margaretta Elementary School and Margaretta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 44824 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 60% statewide average). Elementary schools in 44824, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 44824, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Margaretta Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5906 Bogart Rd W
Castalia, OH 44824
(419) 684-5357
Castalia, OH 44824
(419) 684-5357
Gr: PK-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Margaretta High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
209 Lowell St
Castalia, OH 44824
(419) 684-5351
Castalia, OH 44824
(419) 684-5351
Gr: 6-12 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
44824, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5906 Bogart Rd W
Castalia, OH 44824
(419) 684-5357
Castalia, OH 44824
(419) 684-5357
Gr: PK-3 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 44824, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44824, OH include Margaretta Elementary School and Margaretta High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 44824?
2 public elementary schools are located in 44824.
What is the racial composition of students in 44824?
44824 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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