For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,501 students in 45344, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45344, OH are New Carlisle Elementary School, Tecumseh Middle School and Park Layne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45344 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45344, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45344, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1203 Kennison Ave
New Carlisle, OH 45344
(937) 845-4480
New Carlisle, OH 45344
(937) 845-4480
Gr: 2-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Tecumseh Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10000 W National Rd
New Carlisle, OH 45344
(937) 845-4465
New Carlisle, OH 45344
(937) 845-4465
Gr: 6-8 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Park Layne Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 81% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12355 Dille Rd
New Carlisle, OH 45344
(937) 845-4470
New Carlisle, OH 45344
(937) 845-4470
Gr: K-2 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45344, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45344, OH include New Carlisle Elementary School, Tecumseh Middle School and Park Layne Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45344?
3 public elementary schools are located in 45344.
What is the racial composition of students in 45344?
45344 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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