For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,353 students in 45502, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 390 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 45502, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45502, OH are Shawnee Elementary School, Shawnee Middle School/high School and Northwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45502 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45502, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45502, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-6 | 1,019 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Shawnee Middle School/high School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1675 E Possum Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 717-2402
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 717-2402
Gr: 6-12 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: PK-7 | 945 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Northwestern Junior/senior High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5650 Troy Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1324
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1324
Gr: 7-12 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
45502, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3835 Old Clifton Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 328-2200
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 328-2200
Gr: PK-K | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
5610 Troy Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1391
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 964-1391
Gr: 5-8 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
2613 Moorefield Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 399-2250
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 399-2250
Gr: PK-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
1675 E Possum Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 325-9296
Springfield, OH 45502
(937) 325-9296
Gr: 7-8 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45502, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45502, OH include Shawnee Elementary School, Shawnee Middle School/high School and Northwestern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45502?
4 public schools are located in 45502.
What percentage of students in 45502 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 45502 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45502?
45502 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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