For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,765 students in 45806, OH (there are , serving 42 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 45806, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 45806, OH are Shawnee High School, Shawnee Middle School and Cridersville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45806 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45806, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45806, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shawnee High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3333 Zurmehly Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8000
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Shawnee Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3235 Zurmehly Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8057
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8057
Gr: 5-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Cridersville Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Reichelderfer Road
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 645-3000
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 645-3000
Gr: PK-4 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Perry Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2770 E Breese Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 221-2771
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 221-2771
Gr: K-6 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Perry High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2770 E Breese Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 221-2774
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 221-2774
Gr: 7-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Apollo Career Center
Vocational School
3325 Shawnee Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-2908
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-2908
Gr: 7-12 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
4295 Shawnee Rd
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8090
Lima, OH 45806
(419) 998-8090
Gr: K-2 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
45806, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45806, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45806, OH include Shawnee High School, Shawnee Middle School and Cridersville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45806?
7 public schools are located in 45806.
What percentage of students in 45806 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 45806 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45806?
45806 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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