For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,253 students in 45662, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 45662, OH are Clay Elementary School, Stanton Primary Elementary School and Portsmouth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 45662 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 45662, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45662, OH Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
44 Clay High St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 354-6644
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 354-6644
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Stanton Primary Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
#1 Glenwood Tiger Trail
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 456-4637
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 456-4637
Gr: PK-3 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Portsmouth Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
514 Union St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-6719
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 353-6719
Gr: PK-6 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 45662, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 45662, OH include Clay Elementary School, Stanton Primary Elementary School and Portsmouth Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 45662?
3 public preschools are located in 45662.
What is the racial composition of students in 45662?
45662 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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