For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,933 students in 45502, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 45502, OH are Shawnee Elementary School and Northwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 45502 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45502, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45502, OH Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shawnee Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1841 E Possum Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 717-2403
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 717-2403
Gr: PK-6 | 983 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5610 Troy Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1351
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1351
Gr: PK-6 | 950 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
45502, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3835 Old Clifton Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 328-2200
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 328-2200
Gr: PK-K | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
5610 Troy Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1391
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1391
Gr: 5-8 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
2613 Moorefield Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 399-2250
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 399-2250
Gr: PK-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
1675 E Possum Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 325-9296
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 325-9296
Gr: 7-8 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 45502, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 45502, OH include Shawnee Elementary School and Northwestern Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 45502?
2 public preschools are located in 45502.
What is the racial composition of students in 45502?
45502 public preschools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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