For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,895 students in 43609, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 168 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 43609, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43609, OH are Burroughs Elementary School, Walbridge Elementary School and Escuela Smart Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43609 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43609, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43609, OH Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burroughs Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2420 South Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-2350
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-2350
Gr: K-8 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Walbridge Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1245 Walbridge Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5650
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5650
Gr: K-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Escuela Smart Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
617 Western Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5550
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5550
Gr: PK-6 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
707 Woodsdale Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-2550
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-2550
Gr: K-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Marshall Stemm Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
415 Colburn St
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5700
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5700
Gr: PK-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Explorers Academy Of Science And Technology
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1850 Airport Hwy
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 219-9758
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 219-9758
Gr: K-9 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 113:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Mosaic Classical Academy
Charter School
872 Orchard St
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 517-6221
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 517-6221
Gr: K-1 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
43609, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1250 Western Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5113
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5113
Gr: 9-12 | 222 students Minority enrollment: 79%
1250 Western Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5113
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5113
Gr: 9-12 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
1853 South Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 385-5730
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 385-5730
Gr: K-8 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
1040 Newbury St
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 243-5420
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 243-5420
Gr: PK-6 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
1250 Western Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5111
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 671-5111
Gr: 9-12
Summit Academy Community School-toledo (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
1853 South Ave
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 385-5730
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 385-5730
Gr: 1-8 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
1850 Airport Hwy
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 214-3290
Toledo, OH 43609
(419) 214-3290
Gr: K-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43609, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43609, OH include Burroughs Elementary School, Walbridge Elementary School and Escuela Smart Academy.
How many public schools are located in 43609?
7 public schools are located in 43609.
What percentage of students in 43609 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 43609 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43609?
43609 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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