For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 73 students in 43973, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 69 private students). 52% of all K-12 students in 43973, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 43973, OH is Lakeland Academy Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 43973 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43973, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43973, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeland Academy Community School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 E Main St
Freeport, OH 43973
(740) 658-1042
Freeport, OH 43973
(740) 658-1042
Gr: PK-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43973, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43973, OH include Lakeland Academy Community School.
How many public schools are located in 43973?
1 public schools are located in 43973.
What percentage of students in 43973 go to public school?
52% of all K-12 students in 43973 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43973?
43973 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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