For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,115 students in Newark, OH.
The top-ranked public preschool in Newark, OH is Licking Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newark, OH public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in Newark have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Newark, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Licking Valley Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1510 Licking Valley Rd Ne
Newark, OH 43055
(740) 763-3525
Newark, OH 43055
(740) 763-3525
Gr: PK-5 | 913 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
1440 Granville Rd Ste G
Newark, OH 43055
(740) 670-7005
Newark, OH 43055
(740) 670-7005
Gr: PK | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Newark, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in Newark, OH include Licking Valley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Newark?
2 public preschools are located in Newark.
What is the racial composition of students in Newark?
Newark public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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