For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,201 students in 45891, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 92 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 45891, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45891, OH are Lincolnview Elementary School, Lincolnview Jr/sr High School and Van Wert Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45891 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45891, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45891, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincolnview Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15945 Middle Point Rd
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 968-2351
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 968-2351
Gr: K-6 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Lincolnview Jr/sr High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15945 Middle Point Rd
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 968-2214
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 968-2214
Gr: 7-12 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Van Wert Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10992 State Route 118
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 238-1761
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 238-1761
Gr: 1-5 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Van Wert High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10708 State Route 118
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 238-3350
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 238-3350
Gr: 9-12 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Van Wert Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10694 State Route 118
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 238-0727
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 238-0727
Gr: 6-8 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
1120 Buckeye Dr
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 238-0384
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 238-0384
Gr: PK-K | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Vantage Career Center
Vocational School
818 N Franklin St
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 238-5411
Van Wert, OH 45891
(419) 238-5411
Gr: 9-12 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45891, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45891, OH include Lincolnview Elementary School, Lincolnview Jr/sr High School and Van Wert Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 45891?
7 public schools are located in 45891.
What percentage of students in 45891 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 45891 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45891?
45891 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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