For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,019 students in 45142, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in 45142, OH are Lynchburg-clay Elementary School, Lynchburg-clay Middle School and Lynchburg-clay High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45142 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45142, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45142, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lynchburg-clay Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6760 State Route 134
Lynchburg, OH 45142
(937) 364-9119
Lynchburg, OH 45142
(937) 364-9119
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Lynchburg-clay Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8250 State Route 134
Lynchburg, OH 45142
(937) 364-2811
Lynchburg, OH 45142
(937) 364-2811
Gr: 6-8 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Lynchburg-clay High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6762 State Route 134
Lynchburg, OH 45142
(937) 364-2250
Lynchburg, OH 45142
(937) 364-2250
Gr: 9-12 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45142, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45142, OH include Lynchburg-clay Elementary School, Lynchburg-clay Middle School and Lynchburg-clay High School.
How many public schools are located in 45142?
3 public schools are located in 45142.
What is the racial composition of students in 45142?
45142 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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