For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,900 students in 45662, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 498 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 45662, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45662, OH are Clay Elementary School, Oak Intermediate Elementary School and Clay High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45662 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45662, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45662, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
44 Clay High St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 354-6644
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 354-6644
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Oak Intermediate Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
#1 Glenwood Tiger Trail
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 456-5225
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 456-5225
Gr: 4-6 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Clay High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
44 Clay High St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 354-6644
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 354-6644
Gr: 9-12 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Clay Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
44 Clay High St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 354-6644
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 354-6644
Gr: 6-8 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Sciotoville Community School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
224 Marshall St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 776-6777
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 776-6777
Gr: K-12 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
Stanton Primary Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
#1 Glenwood Tiger Trail
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 456-4637
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 456-4637
Gr: PK-3 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #77.
Glenwood High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
#1 Glenwood Tiger Trail
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 456-4559
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 456-4559
Gr: 7-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #88.
Portsmouth Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
514 Union St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-6719
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-6719
Gr: PK-6 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #99.
Portsmouth Junior High School/portsmouth High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1225 Gallia St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-2398
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-2398
Gr: 7-12 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #1010.
East Portsmouth Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5929 Harding Ave
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 776-6444
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 776-6444
Gr: PK-6 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
45662, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1409 Coles Blvd
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-6739
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-6739
Gr: PK-3 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
5540 3rd St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 776-2916
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 776-2916
Gr: K-4 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
522 Glenwood Ave
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 259-6843
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 259-6843
Gr: 9-12 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 2%
1149 Gallia St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-6129
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-6129
Gr: 7-8 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
613 Campbell Ave
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-5249
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-5249
Gr: PK-3 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45662, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45662, OH include Clay Elementary School, Oak Intermediate Elementary School and Clay High School.
How many public schools are located in 45662?
10 public schools are located in 45662.
What percentage of students in 45662 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 45662 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45662?
45662 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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