For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 628 students in 45801, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45801, OH are Bath Middle School, Bath Digital Academy and Heir Force Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 45801 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45801, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45801, OH Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bath Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 Bible Rd
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1839
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1839
Gr: 6-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Bath Digital Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2850 Bible Rd
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-0807
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-0807
Gr: 8-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #33.
Heir Force Community School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
216 N Elizabeth St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 228-9241
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 228-9241
Gr: K-8 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
45801, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Allen County Schools Alternative Program (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
345 S Elizabeth St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 224-6492
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 224-6492
650 E Edwards St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2310
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2310
Gr: PK-4 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
515 W Elm St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2320
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2320
Gr: PK-4 | 193 students Minority enrollment: 66%
1 Spartan Way
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
1 Spartan Way
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 45801, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45801, OH include Bath Middle School, Bath Digital Academy and Heir Force Community School.
How many public middle schools are located in 45801?
3 public middle schools are located in 45801.
What is the racial composition of students in 45801?
45801 public middle schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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