For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 950 students in 43162, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in 43162, OH are Norwood Elementary School, West Jefferson Middle School and West Jefferson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43162 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43162, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 43162, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
899 Norwood Dr
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7642
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7642
Gr: K-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
West Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2 Roughrider Drive
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-8345
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-8345
Gr: 6-8 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
West Jefferson High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Roughrider Dr
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7681
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7681
Gr: 9-12 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
43162, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43162, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43162, OH include Norwood Elementary School, West Jefferson Middle School and West Jefferson High School.
How many public schools are located in 43162?
3 public schools are located in 43162.
What is the racial composition of students in 43162?
43162 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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