For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 343 students in 45879, OH.
The top-ranked public high school in 45879, OH is Paulding High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 45879 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Ohio public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in 45879, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 45879 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Ohio average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Paulding High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Ohio or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public high school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 45879, OH Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paulding High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
405 N Water St
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-4656
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-4656
Gr: 9-12 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
45879, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
W B Alternative (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
201 E Caroline St Ste 3
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-9523
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-9523
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 45879, OH?
The top-ranked public high schools in 45879, OH include Paulding High School.
How many public high schools are located in 45879?
1 public high schools are located in 45879.
What is the racial composition of students in 45879?
45879 public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public high schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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