For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 950 students in 43162, OH.
The top ranked public schools in 43162, OH are Norwood Elementary School, West Jefferson High School and West Jefferson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43162 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43162, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 43162, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
899 Norwood Dr
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7642
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7642
Grades: K-5
| 429 students
Rank: #22.
West Jefferson High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Roughrider Dr
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7681
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7681
Grades: 9-12
| 274 students
Rank: #33.
West Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2 Roughrider Drive
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-8345
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-8345
Grades: 6-8
| 247 students
43162, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
906 W Main St
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7654
West Jefferson, OH 43162
(614) 879-7654
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 43162, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 43162, OH include Norwood Elementary School, West Jefferson High School and West Jefferson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 43162?
3 public schools are located in 43162.
What is the racial composition of students in 43162?
43162 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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