For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,003 students in 45801, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45801, OH are Bath Elementary School, Bath Middle School and Heir Force Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45801 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45801, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45801, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bath Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2450 Bible Rd
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1837
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1837
Grades: PK-5
| 766 students
Rank: #22.
Bath Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 Bible Rd
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1839
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1839
Grades: 6-8
| 410 students
Rank: #33.
Heir Force Community School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
150 W Grand Ave
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 228-9241
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 228-9241
Grades: K-8
| 230 students
Rank: #44.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 Tremont Ave
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3330
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3330
Grades: PK-4
| 269 students
Rank: #55.
Lima North Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1135 N West St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3100
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3100
Grades: 5-6
| 328 students
45801, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Allen County Schools Alternative Program (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
345 S Elizabeth St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 224-6492
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 224-6492
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
650 E Edwards St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2310
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2310
Grades: PK-4
| 181 students
515 W Elm St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2320
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2320
Grades: PK-4
| 193 students
1 Spartan Way
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3400
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3400
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1 Spartan Way
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Grades: 9-12
| 349 students
1 Spartan Way
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Grades: 9-12
| 318 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 45801, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 45801, OH include Bath Elementary School, Bath Middle School and Heir Force Community School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45801?
5 public elementary schools are located in 45801.
What is the racial composition of students in 45801?
45801 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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