For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 944 students in 45651, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45651, OH are West Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Vinton County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45651 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45651, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45651, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
57750 Us Highway 50
Mc Arthur, OH 45651
(740) 596-5236
Mc Arthur, OH 45651
(740) 596-5236
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
507 Jefferson Ave
Mc Arthur, OH 45651
(740) 596-4155
Mc Arthur, OH 45651
(740) 596-4155
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
Vinton County Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
63870 Locker Plant Road
Mc Arthur, OH 45651
(740) 596-5243
Mc Arthur, OH 45651
(740) 596-5243
Gr: 6-8 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45651, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45651, OH include West Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Vinton County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45651?
3 public elementary schools are located in 45651.
What is the racial composition of students in 45651?
45651 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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