For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,906 students in 45638, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 45638, OH are Dawson-bryant Elementary School, Ironton Elementary School and Rock Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 45638 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45638, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45638, OH Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dawson-bryant Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4503 State Route 243
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-6898
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-6898
Gr: PK-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Ironton Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
302 Delaware St
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-2209
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-2209
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Rock Hill Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2676 County Road 26
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-7016
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-7016
Gr: PK-5 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
45638, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
315 S 6th St
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-3988
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-3988
Gr: 1-3 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
2325b County Rd 26 Unit B
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-2012
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-2012
Gr: PK
1203 N 3rd St
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-6045
Ironton, OH 45638
(740) 532-6045
Gr: PK-K | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 45638, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 45638, OH include Dawson-bryant Elementary School, Ironton Elementary School and Rock Hill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 45638?
3 public preschools are located in 45638.
What is the racial composition of students in 45638?
45638 public preschools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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