For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 721 students in 45701, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45701, OH are Morrison Gordon Elementary School and East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45701 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45701, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45701, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morrison Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
793 W Union St
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5445
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5445
Gr: PK-3 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3 Wallace Dr
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6901
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6901
Gr: PK-3 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
45701, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
41 Central Ave
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6866
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6866
Gr: K-6 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 45701, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45701, OH include Morrison Gordon Elementary School and East Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45701?
2 public elementary schools are located in 45701.
What is the racial composition of students in 45701?
45701 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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