For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,691 students in 45806, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 42 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 45806, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45806, OH are Shawnee High School, Shawnee Middle School and Cridersville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45806 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45806, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45806, OH Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shawnee High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3333 Zurmehly Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8000
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Shawnee Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3235 Zurmehly Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8057
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8057
Gr: 5-8 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Cridersville Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Reichelderfer Road
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 645-3000
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 645-3000
Gr: PK-4 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Perry Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2770 E Breese Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 221-2771
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 221-2771
Gr: K-6 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Perry High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2770 E Breese Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 221-2774
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 221-2774
Gr: 7-12 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Apollo Career Center
Vocational School
3325 Shawnee Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-2908
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-2908
Gr: 7-12 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
4295 Shawnee Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8090
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8090
Gr: K-2 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
45806, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Apollo Practical Nursing (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
3325 Shawnee Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 229-1851
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 229-1851
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45806, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45806, OH include Shawnee High School, Shawnee Middle School and Cridersville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45806?
7 public schools are located in 45806.
What percentage of students in 45806 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 45806 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45806?
45806 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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