For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,753 students in 45806, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45806, OH are Shawnee Middle School and Perry High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 45806 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45806, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45806, OH Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
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.
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%
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 middle schools in 45806, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45806, OH include Shawnee Middle School and Perry High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 45806?
3 public middle schools are located in 45806.
What is the racial composition of students in 45806?
45806 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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