Best 45036 Ohio Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,364 students in 45036, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 472 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 45036, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45036, OH are Donovan Elementary School, Berry Intermediate School and Lebanon Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45036 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45036, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 45036, OH Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Donovan Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
401 Justice Dr
Lebanon, OH 45036
(513) 934-5400
Gr: 3-4 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Berry Intermediate School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
23 Oakwood Ave
Lebanon, OH 45036
(513) 934-5700
Gr: 5-6 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Lebanon Junior High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
160 Miller Rd
Lebanon, OH 45036
(513) 934-5300
Gr: 7-8 | 869 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Lebanon High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1916 Drake Rd
Lebanon, OH 45036
(513) 934-5100
Gr: 8-12 | 1,604 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Bowman Primary School
825 Hart Rd.
Lebanon, OH 45036
(513) 934-5800
Gr: PK-2 | 1,157 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Warren County Career Center
Vocational School
3525 N State Route 48
Lebanon, OH 45036
(513) 932-5677
Gr: 6-12 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 45036, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45036, OH include Donovan Elementary School, Berry Intermediate School and Lebanon Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 45036?
7 public schools are located in 45036.
What percentage of students in 45036 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 45036 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45036?
45036 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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