For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,269 students in 43935, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 223 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 43935, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43935, OH are Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School, Martins Ferry Middle School and Martins Ferry High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43935 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43935, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43935, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5002 Ayers Lime Stone Rd
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-1732
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-1732
Gr: PK-4 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Martins Ferry Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Ayers Limestone Rd
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-9741
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-9741
Gr: 5-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Martins Ferry High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Ayers Lime Stone Rd
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-0684
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-0684
Gr: 9-12 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43935, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43935, OH include Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School, Martins Ferry Middle School and Martins Ferry High School.
How many public schools are located in 43935?
3 public schools are located in 43935.
What percentage of students in 43935 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 43935 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43935?
43935 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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