For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,977 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 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45806, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 5-8 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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
Gr: PK-4 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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
Gr: K-6 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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%
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 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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