For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,663 students in 43420, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 561 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 43420, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43420, OH are Otis Elementary School, Lutz Elementary School and Atkinson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43420 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43420, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43420, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Otis Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
718 N Brush St
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-8964
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-8964
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Lutz Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1929 Buckland Ave
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-0091
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-0091
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Atkinson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Delaware Ave
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-5361
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-5361
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Fremont Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1250 North St
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-5569
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-5569
Gr: 6-8 | 799 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Croghan Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
414 N Pennsylvania Ave
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-1511
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-1511
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Fremont Ross High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 North St
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-8221
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-8221
Gr: 9-12 | 959 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Buckeye Community School - Fremont
Charter School
401 S Front St
Fremont, OH 43420
(740) 231-2444
Fremont, OH 43420
(740) 231-2444
Gr: 9-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
Technology Center
Vocational School
1220 Cedar St
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 334-5698
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 334-5698
Gr: 6-12 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Vanguard Tech Center
Vocational School
1306 Cedar St
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-2626
Fremont, OH 43420
(419) 332-2626
Gr: 9-12 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43420, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43420, OH include Otis Elementary School, Lutz Elementary School and Atkinson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 43420?
9 public schools are located in 43420.
What percentage of students in 43420 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 43420 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43420?
43420 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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