For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,125 students in 43952, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 43952, OH are Pugliese Elementary West, Wells Academy and Mckinley Stem Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 43952 have an average math proficiency score of 89% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 43952, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43952, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Pugliese Elementary West
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
435 John Scott Hwy Connector
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 264-1590
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 264-1590
Grades: PK-4
| 473 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Wells Academy
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
420 N 4th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-1651
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-1651
Grades: PK-4
| 338 students
Rank: #33.
Mckinley Stem Academy
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1400 Adams St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3767
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3767
Grades: PK-4
| 176 students
Rank: #44.
East Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
936 N 5th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Grades: PK-4
| 353 students
Rank: #55.
Harding Middle School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2002 Sunset Blvd
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-3481
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-3481
Grades: 5-8
| 785 students
43952, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
936 N 5th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Grades: K-5
| 148 students
980 Lincoln Ave
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-0001
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-0001
Grades: PK-5
| 168 students
W Adams St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3211
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3211
Grades: PK-5
| 109 students
2023 Sunset Blvd
Steubenville, OH 43952
(877) 644-6338
Steubenville, OH 43952
(877) 644-6338
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
129 School St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-2578
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-2578
Grades: PK-6
| 389 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 43952, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 43952, OH include Pugliese Elementary West, Wells Academy and Mckinley Stem Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 43952?
5 public elementary schools are located in 43952.
What is the racial composition of students in 43952?
43952 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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