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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best 45503 Ohio Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,657 students in 45503, OH (there are 4 private schools, serving 749 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 45503, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45503, OH are Kenton Ridge Elementary School, Kenton Ridge Middle/high School and Kenton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45503 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45503, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 45503, OH Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kenton Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2250 Montego Dr
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 342-4627
Gr: PK-5 | 984 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Kenton Ridge Middle/high School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2250 Montego Dr
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 390-1274
Gr: 6-12 | 1,025 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Kenton Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
731 E Home Rd
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 505-4210
Gr: K-6 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Roosevelt Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
721 E Home Rd
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 505-4370
Gr: 7-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Lagonda Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
800 E Mccreight Ave
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 505-4240
Gr: K-6 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Warder Park-wayne Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2820 Hillside Ave
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 505-4450
Gr: K-6 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #77.
Springfield High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
701 E Home Rd
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 505-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,606 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #88.
Cliff Park High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
821 N Limestone St
Springfield, OH 45503
(937) 342-3006
Gr: 9-12 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 45:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 45503, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45503, OH include Kenton Ridge Elementary School, Kenton Ridge Middle/high School and Kenton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45503?
8 public schools are located in 45503.
What percentage of students in 45503 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 45503 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45503?
45503 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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