For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,295 students in 45885, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45885, OH are St. Marys West Intermediate School and St. Marys Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45885 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45885, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45885, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 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 elementary schools in 45885, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45885, OH include St. Marys West Intermediate School and St. Marys Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45885?
3 public elementary schools are located in 45885.
What is the racial composition of students in 45885?
45885 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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