For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 435 students in 45879, OH.
The top-ranked public preschool in 45879, OH is Paulding Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 45879 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45879, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45879, OH Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paulding Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
405 N Water St
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-4656
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-4656
Gr: PK-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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 preschools in 45879, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 45879, OH include Paulding Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 45879?
1 public preschools are located in 45879.
What is the racial composition of students in 45879?
45879 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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