For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,044 students in 45879, OH.
The top ranked public schools in 45879, OH are Paulding Elementary School, Paulding Middle School and Paulding High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45879 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45879, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45879, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paulding Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
405 N Water St
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-4656
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-4656
Grades: PK-5
| 435 students
Rank: #22.
Paulding Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
405 N Water St
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-4656
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-4656
Grades: 6-8
| 266 students
Rank: #33.
Paulding High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
405 N Water St
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-4656
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-4656
Grades: 9-12
| 343 students
45879, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
W B Alternative (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
201 E Caroline St Ste 3
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-9523
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-9523
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45879, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45879, OH include Paulding Elementary School, Paulding Middle School and Paulding High School.
How many public schools are located in 45879?
3 public schools are located in 45879.
What is the racial composition of students in 45879?
45879 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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