For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 224 students in 45658, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45658, OH are Southwestern Elementary School and Southern Ohio Digital Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45658 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45658, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 45658, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwestern Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4834 State Route 325
Patriot, OH 45658
(740) 379-2532
Patriot, OH 45658
(740) 379-2532
Gr: PK-5 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Southern Ohio Digital Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
218 N College Ave
Patriot, OH 45658
(740) 245-7585
Patriot, OH 45658
(740) 245-7585
Gr: 4-12 | 64 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45658, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45658, OH include Southwestern Elementary School and Southern Ohio Digital Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45658?
2 public elementary schools are located in 45658.
What is the racial composition of students in 45658?
45658 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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