For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,795 students in 45177, OH (there are , serving 236 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 45177, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 45177, OH are Denver Place Elementary School, Roy E Holmes Elementary School and Wilmington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45177 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45177, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45177, OH Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Denver Place Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
291 Lorish Ave
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-2380
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-2380
Gr: K-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Roy E Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 53% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1350 W Truesdell St
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-2750
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-2750
Gr: K-2 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Wilmington High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Richardson Pl
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-7716
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-7716
Gr: 8-12 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Rodger O. Borror Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
275 Thorne Ave
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-7556
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-7556
Gr: 6-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
Laurel Oaks Cdc
Vocational School
300 Oak Dr
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-1411
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-1411
Gr: 11-12 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
45177, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
769 Rombach Ave
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-2443
Wilmington, OH 45177
(937) 382-2443
Gr: PK | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45177, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45177, OH include Denver Place Elementary School, Roy E Holmes Elementary School and Wilmington High School.
How many public schools are located in 45177?
5 public schools are located in 45177.
What percentage of students in 45177 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 45177 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45177?
45177 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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