For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,353 students in 45502, OH (there are , serving 471 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 45502, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 45502, OH are Shawnee Elementary School, Northwestern Elementary School and Shawnee Middle School/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45502 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45502, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45502, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shawnee Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1841 E Possum Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 717-2403
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 717-2403
Grades: PK-6
| 1,019 students
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5610 Troy Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1351
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1351
Grades: PK-7
| 945 students
Rank: #33.
Shawnee Middle School/high School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1675 E Possum Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 717-2402
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 717-2402
Grades: 6-12
| 681 students
Rank: #44.
Northwestern Junior/senior High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5650 Troy Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1324
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1324
Grades: 7-12
| 708 students
45502, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3835 Old Clifton Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 328-2200
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 328-2200
Grades: PK-K
| 112 students
5610 Troy Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1391
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1391
Grades: 5-8
| 544 students
2613 Moorefield Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 399-2250
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 399-2250
Grades: PK-5
| 557 students
1675 E Possum Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 325-9296
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 325-9296
Grades: 7-8
| 292 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45502, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45502, OH include Shawnee Elementary School, Northwestern Elementary School and Shawnee Middle School/high School.
How many public schools are located in 45502?
4 public schools are located in 45502.
What percentage of students in 45502 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 45502 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45502?
45502 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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