For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 432 students in 45804, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 45804, OH are Freedom Elementary School and Unity Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 45804 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45804, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45804, OH Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
575 Calumet Ave
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3380
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3380
Gr: PK-4 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Unity Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
925 E 3rd St
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3300
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3300
Gr: PK-4 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
45804, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1130a East Albert St
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 738-3422
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 738-3422
Gr: 1-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Lima Alternative High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1 Spartan Way
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3000
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3000
Gr: 10-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 71%
190 East 8th St
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 227-7730
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 227-7730
Gr: K-5 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 45804, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 45804, OH include Freedom Elementary School and Unity Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 45804?
2 public preschools are located in 45804.
What is the racial composition of students in 45804?
45804 public preschools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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