For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,035 students in 45801, OH.
The top ranked public preschools in 45801, OH are Bath Elementary School and Independence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 45801 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45801, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45801, OH Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bath Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2450 Bible Rd
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1837
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1837
Gr: PK-5 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 Tremont Ave
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3330
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3330
Gr: PK-4 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
45801, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
650 E Edwards St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2310
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2310
Gr: PK-4 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
515 W Elm St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2320
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2320
Gr: PK-4 | 193 students Minority enrollment: 66%
1 Spartan Way
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
1 Spartan Way
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 45801, OH?
The top ranked public preschools in 45801, OH include Bath Elementary School and Independence Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 45801?
2 public preschools are located in 45801.
What is the racial composition of students in 45801?
45801 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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