Ohio is the #6 largest school system in the United States, serving 1,661,679 students across the 3,542 public schools for the 2026 school year (there are 1,130 private schools, serving 217,806 students). 88% of all K-12 students in Ohio attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Ohio is 55%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 60%.
The top-ranked public schools in Ohio are Grace L Roxbury Elementary School, Parkside Elementary School, and Miller City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 35%, with the majority being Black and the student-teacher ratio is 17:1.
Top-Ranked Public Schools in Ohio (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Grace L Roxbury Elementary School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 98% (Top 1%)
Reading: 96% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
6795 Solon Blvd
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-6210
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-6210
Rank: #22.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 97% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 97% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
6845 Som Center Rd
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-2175
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-2175
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
Miller City Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
200 N Main St
Miller City, OH 45864
(419) 876-3174
Miller City, OH 45864
(419) 876-3174
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
Pugliese Elementary West
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-4
435 John Scott Hwy Connector
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 264-1590
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 264-1590
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
Wells Academy
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-4
420 N 4th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-1651
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-1651
Rank: #66.
Dorothy E Lewis Elementary School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 98% (Top 1%)
Reading: 93% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
32345 Cannon Rd
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-6225
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-6225
Rank: #77.
Whitehouse Primary School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: 92% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
6510 Texas St
Whitehouse, OH 43571
(419) 877-0543
Whitehouse, OH 43571
(419) 877-0543
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Hinckley Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: 92% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
1157 Ridge Rd
Hinckley, OH 44233
(330) 239-1901
Hinckley, OH 44233
(330) 239-1901
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Kalida Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
208 North Fourth Street
Kalida, OH 45853
(419) 532-3845
Kalida, OH 45853
(419) 532-3845
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Terrace Park Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-6
723 Elm Ave
Terrace Park, OH 45174
(513) 272-7700
Terrace Park, OH 45174
(513) 272-7700
Overview
This State (OH)
US
# Schools
3,542 Schools
100,525 Schools
# Students
1,661,679 Students
49,339,277 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
96,359 Teachers
3,180,552 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (OH)
National Average
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
43%
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.54
0.71
# American Indian Students
2,398 Students
466,525 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
51,031 Students
2,807,520 Students
% Asian Students
3%
6%
# Hispanic Students
138,221 Students
14,955,622 Students
% Hispanic Students
8%
30%
# Black Students
281,902 Students
7,274,090 Students
% Black Students
17%
15%
# White Students
1,077,236 Students
21,014,271 Students
% White Students
65%
43%
# Hawaiian Students
1,785 Students
196,971 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
108,667 Students
2,588,398 Students
% of Two or more races Students
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (OH)
Total Revenue (24-25)
$28,879 MM
Spending (24-25)
$28,792 MM
Revenue / Student (24-25)
$17,379
Spending / Student (24-25)
$17,327
Best Ohio Public Schools by County (2026)
Popular neighborhoods: South Columbus (44 schools), Northland (26 schools), Hilltop (24 schools), North Linden (13 schools), Old Brooklyn (10 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ohio?
The top-ranked public schools in Ohio include Grace L Roxbury Elementary School, Parkside Elementary School, and Miller City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Ohio?
3,542 public schools are located in Ohio.
What percentage of students in Ohio go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Ohio attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ohio?
Minority enrollment in Ohio is 35%, with the majority being Black.
Which public schools in Ohio are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Ohio include: Steamm Academy vs. Crenshaw Middle School, River Valley High School vs. Gallia Academy High School, Valley View Elementary School vs. Mark Twain Primary School
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