For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 790 students in 45805, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45805, OH are Maplewood Elementary School and Heritage Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45805 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45805, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45805, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maplewood Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1670 Wonderlick Rd
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-8076
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-8076
Gr: 3-4 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
816 College Ave
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 996-3390
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 996-3390
Gr: PK-4 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
45805, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1130 Rice Ave
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-2340
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-2340
Gr: PK-4 | 257 students Minority enrollment: 32%
1003 W Spring St
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-2360
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 998-2360
Gr: PK-4 | 233 students Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 45805, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45805, OH include Maplewood Elementary School and Heritage Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45805?
2 public elementary schools are located in 45805.
What is the racial composition of students in 45805?
45805 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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