For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 676 students in 43162, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 43162, OH are Norwood Elementary School and West Jefferson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 43162 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 43162, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43162, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
899 Norwood Dr
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7642
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7642
Grades: K-5
| 429 students
Rank: #22.
West Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2 Roughrider Drive
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-8345
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-8345
Grades: 6-8
| 247 students
43162, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
906 W Main St
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7654
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7654
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 43162, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 43162, OH include Norwood Elementary School and West Jefferson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 43162?
2 public elementary schools are located in 43162.
What is the racial composition of students in 43162?
43162 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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