For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 999 students in 45801, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 45801, OH are Bath Elementary School and Independence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 45801 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45801, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45801, OH Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bath Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2450 Bible Rd
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1837
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1837
Gr: PK-5 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 Tremont Ave
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3330
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3330
Gr: PK-4 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
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 preschools in 45801, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 45801, OH include Bath Elementary School and Independence Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 45801?
2 public preschools are located in 45801.
What is the racial composition of students in 45801?
45801 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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