For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 815 students in 43845, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43845, OH are Ridgewood High School and Ridgewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 43845 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 43845, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43845, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgewood High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
602 Johnson St
West Lafayette, OH 43845
(740) 545-6345
West Lafayette, OH 43845
(740) 545-6345
Gr: 8-12 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Ridgewood Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
517 S Oak St
West Lafayette, OH 43845
(740) 545-6335
West Lafayette, OH 43845
(740) 545-6335
Gr: 4-7 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
43845, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
225 W Union Ave
West Lafayette, OH 43845
(740) 545-5312
West Lafayette, OH 43845
(740) 545-5312
Gr: PK-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 43845, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43845, OH include Ridgewood High School and Ridgewood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 43845?
2 public middle schools are located in 43845.
What is the racial composition of students in 43845?
43845 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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