Best 45387 Ohio Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 609 students in 45387, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 57 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 45387, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45387, OH are Mills Lawn Elementary School and Yellow Springs/mckinney High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45387 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45387, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 45387, OH Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mills Lawn Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
200 S Walnut St
Yellow Springs, OH 45387
(937) 767-7217
Gr: K-6 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Yellow Springs/mckinney High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
420 E Enon Rd
Yellow Springs, OH 45387
(937) 767-7224
Gr: 7-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 45387, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45387, OH include Mills Lawn Elementary School and Yellow Springs/mckinney High School.
How many public schools are located in 45387?
2 public schools are located in 45387.
What percentage of students in 45387 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 45387 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45387?
45387 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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