For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,920 students in 45885, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 180 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 45885, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45885, OH are St. Marys West Intermediate School, St. Marys Memorial High School and St. Marys Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45885 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45885, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45885, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Marys West Intermediate School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1301 W High St
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2016
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2016
Gr: 3-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
St. Marys Memorial High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2250 St Rt 66 N
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-4011
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-4011
Gr: 9-12 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
St. Marys Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2250 St Rt 66 N
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2112
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2112
Gr: 6-8 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
650 Armstrong St
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2616
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2616
Gr: K-2 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
45885, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
16493 Saint Marys River Rd
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2111
Saint Marys, OH 45885
(419) 394-2111
Gr: 1-6 | 113 students Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45885, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45885, OH include St. Marys West Intermediate School, St. Marys Memorial High School and St. Marys Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 45885?
4 public schools are located in 45885.
What percentage of students in 45885 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 45885 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45885?
45885 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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