For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 548 students in 44824, OH.
The top-ranked public preschool in 44824, OH is Margaretta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 44824 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 44824, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44824, OH Public Preschools (2026)
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 | 548 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 preschools in 44824, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 44824, OH include Margaretta Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 44824?
1 public preschools are located in 44824.
What is the racial composition of students in 44824?
44824 public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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