For the 2025-26 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 57%), 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 (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-4 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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
Gr: PK-4 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
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
Gr: PK-4 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
East Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
936 N 5th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Gr: PK-4 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Harding Middle School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2002 Sunset Blvd
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-3481
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-3481
Gr: 5-8 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
43952, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
936 N 5th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Gr: K-5 | 148 students Minority enrollment: 80%
980 Lincoln Ave
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-0001
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-0001
Gr: PK-5 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
W Adams St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3211
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3211
Gr: PK-5 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
129 School St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-2578
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-2578
Gr: PK-6 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
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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