For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 848 students in 45653, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45653, OH are Minford Primary Elementary School and Minford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45653 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45653, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45653, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Minford Primary Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
215 Falcon Rd
Minford, OH 45653
(740) 820-2287
Minford, OH 45653
(740) 820-2287
Gr: PK-3 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Minford Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
135 Falcon Rd
Minford, OH 45653
(740) 820-2181
Minford, OH 45653
(740) 820-2181
Gr: 4-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45653, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45653, OH include Minford Primary Elementary School and Minford Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45653?
2 public elementary schools are located in 45653.
What is the racial composition of students in 45653?
45653 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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