For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,003 students in 45801, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45801, OH are Bath Elementary School, Bath Middle School and Heir Force Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45801 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45801, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45801, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bath Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2450 Bible Rd
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1837
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1837
Gr: PK-5 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Bath Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 Bible Rd
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1839
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 221-1839
Gr: 6-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Heir Force Community School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
150 W Grand Ave
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 228-9241
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 228-9241
Gr: K-8 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 Tremont Ave
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3330
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3330
Gr: PK-4 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Lima North Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1135 N West St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3100
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3100
Gr: 5-6 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
45801, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Allen County Schools Alternative Program (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
345 S Elizabeth St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 224-6492
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 224-6492
650 E Edwards St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2310
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2310
Gr: PK-4 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
515 W Elm St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2320
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 998-2320
Gr: PK-4 | 193 students Minority enrollment: 66%
1 Spartan Way
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
1 Spartan Way
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45801, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45801, OH include Bath Elementary School, Bath Middle School and Heir Force Community School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45801?
5 public elementary schools are located in 45801.
What is the racial composition of students in 45801?
45801 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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