For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 794 students in 45805, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45805, OH are Maplewood Elementary School and Heritage Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45805 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 60% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45805, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45805, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maplewood Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1670 Wonderlick Rd
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-8076
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-8076
Gr: 3-4 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
816 College Ave
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 996-3390
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 996-3390
Gr: PK-4 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
45805, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1130 Rice Ave
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-2340
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-2340
Gr: PK-4 | 257 students Minority enrollment: 32%
1003 W Spring St
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-2360
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-2360
Gr: PK-4 | 233 students Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45805, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45805, OH include Maplewood Elementary School and Heritage Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45805?
2 public elementary schools are located in 45805.
What is the racial composition of students in 45805?
45805 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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