For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,964 students in 45502, OH.
The top ranked public preschools in 45502, OH are Shawnee Elementary School and Northwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 45502 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45502, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45502, OH Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shawnee Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1841 E Possum Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 717-2403
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 717-2403
Grades: PK-6
| 1,019 students
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5610 Troy Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1351
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1351
Grades: PK-7
| 945 students
45502, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3835 Old Clifton Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 328-2200
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 328-2200
Grades: PK-K
| 112 students
5610 Troy Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1391
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1391
Grades: 5-8
| 544 students
2613 Moorefield Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 399-2250
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 399-2250
Grades: PK-5
| 557 students
1675 E Possum Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 325-9296
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 325-9296
Grades: 7-8
| 292 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 45502, OH?
The top ranked public preschools in 45502, OH include Shawnee Elementary School and Northwestern Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 45502?
2 public preschools are located in 45502.
What is the racial composition of students in 45502?
45502 public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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