For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,236 students in 45640, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 190 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 45640, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45640, OH are Jackson Southview Elementary School, Jackson Westview Elementary School and Jackson Northview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45640 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45640, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45640, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Southview Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13842 State Route 93
Jackson, OH 45640
(740) 286-1831
Jackson, OH 45640
(740) 286-1831
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Westview Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16349 Beaver Pike
Jackson, OH 45640
(740) 286-6442
Jackson, OH 45640
(740) 286-6442
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Jackson Northview Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11507 Chillicothe Pike
Jackson, OH 45640
(740) 286-2390
Jackson, OH 45640
(740) 286-2390
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Jackson Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21 Tropic St
Jackson, OH 45640
(740) 286-7586
Jackson, OH 45640
(740) 286-7586
Gr: 6-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #55.
Jackson High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Vaughn St
Jackson, OH 45640
(740) 286-7575
Jackson, OH 45640
(740) 286-7575
Gr: 9-12 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45640, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45640, OH include Jackson Southview Elementary School, Jackson Westview Elementary School and Jackson Northview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45640?
5 public schools are located in 45640.
What percentage of students in 45640 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 45640 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45640?
45640 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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