For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 5,079 students in 45601, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45601, OH are Zane Trace Elementary School, Unioto Elementary School and Southeastern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45601 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45601, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45601, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zane Trace Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
946 State Route 180
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 775-1304
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 775-1304
Gr: K-4 | 489 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Unioto Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
138 Sandusky Blvd
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-4103
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-4103
Gr: PK-5 | 1,035 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Southeastern Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2003 Lancaster Rd
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-2003
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-2003
Gr: PK-4 | 379 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Southeastern Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2003 Lancaster Rd
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-2003
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-2003
Gr: 5-8 | 300 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #55.
Unioto Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
160 Moundsville Rd
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-5211
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-5211
Gr: 6-8 | 487 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
Huntington Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
188 Huntsman Rd
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 663-2191
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 663-2191
Gr: K-4 | 409 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #77.
Zane Trace Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
946 State Route 180
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-5842
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-5842
Gr: 5-8 | 367 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #88.
Chillicothe Intermediate School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
345 Arch St
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-2123
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-2123
Gr: 3-6 | 754 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #99.
Huntington Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
188 Huntsman Rd
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 663-6079
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 663-6079
Gr: 5-8 | 313 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #1010.
Chillicothe Primary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 50% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
235 Cherry St
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-2638
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-2638
Gr: K-2 | 546 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
45601, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
174 Plyleys Ln
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-1119
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-1119
Gr: PK-6 | 426 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
40 W 5th St
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 772-2346
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 772-2346
Gr: PK-5 | 249 students Minority enrollment: 23%
77 Cutright Dr
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-3395
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-3395
Gr: PK-5 | 242 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
1432 Egypt Pike
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-4104
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-4104
Gr: 5-6 | 290 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
1049 Columbus St
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-2129
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-2129
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Minority enrollment: 16%
235 Cherry St
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 775-4250
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 775-4250
Gr: PK | 53 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
450 Allen Ave
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-3307
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-3307
Gr: PK-6 | 368 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 45601, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45601, OH include Zane Trace Elementary School, Unioto Elementary School and Southeastern Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45601?
10 public elementary schools are located in 45601.
What is the racial composition of students in 45601?
45601 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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