For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 739 students in Elyria, OH.
The top-ranked public preschool in Elyria, OH is Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elyria, OH public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in Elyria have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Elyria, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1215 Middle Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8007
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8007
Gr: PK-4 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
42331 Griswold Rd
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8250
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8250
Gr: PK | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Elyria, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in Elyria, OH include Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Elyria?
2 public preschools are located in Elyria.
What is the racial composition of students in Elyria?
Elyria public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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