For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,238 students in Vandalia, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in Vandalia, OH are Helke Early Learning Center, Demmitt Elementary School and Butler High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vandalia, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Vandalia have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Vandalia, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Helke Early Learning Center
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
611 Randler Ave
Vandalia, OH 45377
(937) 415-3000
Vandalia, OH 45377
(937) 415-3000
Gr: PK-K | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Demmitt Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1010 E National Rd
Vandalia, OH 45377
(937) 415-6500
Vandalia, OH 45377
(937) 415-6500
Gr: 1-2 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Butler High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 S Dixie Dr
Vandalia, OH 45377
(937) 415-6300
Vandalia, OH 45377
(937) 415-6300
Gr: 9-12 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Morton Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8555 Peters Pike
Vandalia, OH 45377
(937) 415-6600
Vandalia, OH 45377
(937) 415-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
200 S Keowee St
Vandalia, OH 45377
(937) 225-4598
Vandalia, OH 45377
(937) 225-4598
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Vandalia, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Vandalia, OH include Helke Early Learning Center, Demmitt Elementary School and Butler High School.
How many public schools are located in Vandalia?
5 public schools are located in Vandalia.
What is the racial composition of students in Vandalia?
Vandalia public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Vandalia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Vandalia include: Demmitt Elementary School vs. Helke Early Learning Center, Helke Early Learning Center vs. Demmitt Elementary School
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