For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,985 students in 45601, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 45601, OH are Zane Trace Elementary School, Unioto Elementary School and Southeastern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 45601 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45601, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45601, OH Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zane Trace Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
946 State Route 180
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 775-1304
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 775-1304
Gr: PK-4 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Unioto Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
138 Sandusky Blvd
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-4103
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-4103
Gr: PK-5 | 1,032 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Southeastern Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2003 Lancaster Rd
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-2003
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 774-2003
Gr: PK-4 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
841 E Main St
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-2638
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-2638
Gr: PK | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 45601, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 45601, OH include Zane Trace Elementary School, Unioto Elementary School and Southeastern Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 45601?
4 public preschools are located in 45601.
What is the racial composition of students in 45601?
45601 public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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