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Best 45505 Ohio Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,545 students in 45505, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 741 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 45505, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45505, OH are Global Impact Stem Academy, Mann Elementary School and Springfield Preparatory And Fitness Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45505 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45505, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 45505, OH Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Global Impact Stem Academy
(Math: 28% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
700 S Limestone St Ste B
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 328-6600
Gr: 7-12 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Mann Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
521 Mount Joy St
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 505-4280
Gr: K-6 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Springfield Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1615 Selma Rd
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 323-6250
Gr: K-8 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Schaefer Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
147 S Fostoria Ave
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 505-4390
Gr: 7-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Kenwood Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1421 Nagley St
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 505-4220
Gr: K-6 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Hayward Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 Clifton Ave
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 505-4190
Gr: 7-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #77.
Springfield School Of Innovation
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
601 Selma Rd
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 505-4120
Gr: 9-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #88.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1500 Tibbetts Ave
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 505-4260
Gr: K-6 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #99.
Springfield City Online
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
601 Selma Rd
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 505-4120
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
Springfield-clark County
Vocational School
1901 Selma Rd
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-7368
Gr: 7-12 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 45505, OH?
How many public schools are located in 45505?
10 public schools are located in 45505.
What percentage of students in 45505 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 45505 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45505?
45505 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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