For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,988 students in 45806, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45806, OH are Shawnee Middle School, Cridersville Elementary School and Perry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45806 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45806, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45806, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: 5-8
| 714 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: PK-4
| 358 students
Rank: #33.
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
Grades: K-6
| 404 students
Rank: n/an/a
4295 Shawnee Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8090
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8090
Grades: K-2
| 512 students
45806, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Apollo Practical Nursing (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
3325 Shawnee Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 229-1851
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 229-1851
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 45806, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45806, OH include Shawnee Middle School, Cridersville Elementary School and Perry Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45806?
4 public elementary schools are located in 45806.
What is the racial composition of students in 45806?
45806 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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