For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,846 students in 43952, OH (there are , serving 717 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 43952, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43952, OH are Pugliese Elementary West, Wells Academy and Mckinley Stem Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43952 have an average math proficiency score of 89% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43952, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 43952, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Pugliese Elementary West
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
435 John Scott Hwy Connector
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 264-1590
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 264-1590
Gr: PK-4 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Wells Academy
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
420 N 4th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-1651
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-1651
Gr: PK-4 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Mckinley Stem Academy
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1400 Adams St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3767
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3767
Gr: PK-4 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
East Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
936 N 5th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Gr: PK-4 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Steubenville High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
420 N 4th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-9741
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-9741
Gr: 9-12 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Harding Middle School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2002 Sunset Blvd
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-3481
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-3481
Gr: 5-8 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
43952, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
936 N 5th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Gr: K-5 | 148 students Minority enrollment: 80%
980 Lincoln Ave
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-0001
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-0001
Gr: PK-5 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
W Adams St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3211
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3211
Gr: PK-5 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
129 School St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-2578
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-2578
Gr: PK-6 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43952, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43952, OH include Pugliese Elementary West, Wells Academy and Mckinley Stem Academy.
How many public schools are located in 43952?
6 public schools are located in 43952.
What percentage of students in 43952 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 43952 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43952?
43952 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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