For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,677 students in London, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 121 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in London, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in London, OH are Madison-plains Intermediate School, Madison-plains Elementary School and Madison-plains Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
London, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in London have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in London, OH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Madison-plains Intermediate School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9940 State Route 38 Sw
London, OH 43140
(740) 490-0610
London, OH 43140
(740) 490-0610
Grades: 4-6
| 266 students
Rank: #22.
Madison-plains Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
47 Linson Rd
London, OH 43140
(740) 490-0654
London, OH 43140
(740) 490-0654
Grades: PK-3
| 328 students
Rank: #33.
Madison-plains Junior High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
803 Linson Rd
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-1707
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-1707
Grades: 7-8
| 185 students
Rank: #44.
London Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
380 Elm St
London, OH 43140
(740) 845-3272
London, OH 43140
(740) 845-3272
Grades: K-5
| 943 students
Rank: #55.
Madison-plains High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Linson Rd
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-0364
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-0364
Grades: 9-12
| 319 students
Rank: #66.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5000 State Route 38 Nw
London, OH 43140
(614) 873-8503
London, OH 43140
(614) 873-8503
Grades: PK-4
| 239 students
Rank: #77.
Buckeye Community School - London
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
177 W High St
London, OH 43140
(740) 231-2444
London, OH 43140
(740) 231-2444
Grades: 9-12
| 230 students
Rank: #88.
London Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
270 E Keny Blvd
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-5700
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 491 students
Rank: #99.
London High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
336 Elm St
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-5705
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-5705
Grades: 9-12
| 650 students
London, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5681 W Jefferson Kiousville Rd
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-2338
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-2338
Grades: K-5
| 125 students
1740 Cumberland Ne
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-7351
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-7351
Grades: 3-5
| 117 students
20 S Walnut St
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-5700
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-5700
Grades: PK-K
| 239 students
91 State Route 56 Nw
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-7350
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-7350
Grades: K-2
| 113 students
375 Old Xenia Rd Se
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-2806
London, OH 43140
(740) 852-2806
Grades: K-5
| 246 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in London, OH?
The top ranked public schools in London, OH include Madison-plains Intermediate School, Madison-plains Elementary School and Madison-plains Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in London?
10 public schools are located in London.
What percentage of students in London go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in London are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in London?
London public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
Which public schools in London are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in London include: Madison-plains High School vs. London High School, Monroe Elementary School vs. Madison-plains Elementary School, Madison-plains Elementary School vs. London Elementary School
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