For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,223 students in The Plains, OH.
The top ranked public schools in The Plains, OH are The Plains Intermediate School and Athens High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The Plains, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in The Plains have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in The Plains, OH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Plains Intermediate School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
90 Connett Rd
The Plains, OH 45780
(740) 797-4572
The Plains, OH 45780
(740) 797-4572
Grades: 4-6
| 530 students
Rank: #22.
Athens High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 High School Rd
The Plains, OH 45780
(740) 797-4521
The Plains, OH 45780
(740) 797-4521
Grades: 9-12
| 693 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in The Plains, OH?
The top ranked public schools in The Plains, OH include The Plains Intermediate School and Athens High School.
How many public schools are located in The Plains?
2 public schools are located in The Plains.
What is the racial composition of students in The Plains?
The Plains public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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