For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,275 students in 45005, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 916 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 45005, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45005, OH are Hunter Elementary School, Carlisle Primary Elementary School and William C Schenck Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45005 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45005, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45005, OH Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hunter Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4418 State Route 122
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8655
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8655
Gr: 2 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Carlisle Primary Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
270 Jamaica Rd
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 746-7610
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 746-7610
Gr: PK-3 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
William C Schenck Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 Arlington Dr
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8665
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8665
Gr: K | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Carlisle Junior High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 Jamaica Rd
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 746-3227
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 746-3227
Gr: 7-8 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Carlisle High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 Jamaica Rd
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 746-4481
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 746-4481
Gr: 9-12 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #66.
George H Gerke Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
312 Sherman Dr
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8650
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8650
Gr: K-2 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #77.
Carlisle Intermediate Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
270 Jamaica Rd
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 746-8969
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 746-8969
Gr: 4-6 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #88.
Franklin Junior High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
750 E 4th St
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8630
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8630
Gr: 5-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #99.
Franklin High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
750 E 4th St
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8610
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8610
Gr: 9-12 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
752 E 4th St
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8660
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8660
Gr: 3-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Wccc Atrium
Vocational School
5757 Innovation Dr
Franklin, OH 45005
(513) 932-5677
Franklin, OH 45005
(513) 932-5677
Gr: 11-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
45005, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
16 Farm Ave
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8640
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8640
Gr: K-6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
150 E 6th St
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-5290
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-5290
Gr: K | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
513 Park Ave
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8645
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8645
Gr: K-6 | 182 students Minority enrollment: 1%
4203 Pennyroyal Rd
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8660
Franklin, OH 45005
(937) 743-8660
Gr: K-6 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45005, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45005, OH include Hunter Elementary School, Carlisle Primary Elementary School and William C Schenck Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45005?
11 public schools are located in 45005.
What percentage of students in 45005 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 45005 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45005?
45005 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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