For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 721 students in 45701, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45701, OH are Morrison Gordon Elementary School and East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45701 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45701, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45701, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morrison Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
793 W Union St
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5445
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5445
Gr: PK-3 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3 Wallace Dr
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6901
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6901
Gr: PK-3 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
45701, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
41 Central Ave
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6866
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6866
Gr: K-6 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45701, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45701, OH include Morrison Gordon Elementary School and East Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45701?
2 public elementary schools are located in 45701.
What is the racial composition of students in 45701?
45701 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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