For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,164 students in 45505, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45505, OH are Global Impact Stem Academy, Springfield Preparatory And Fitness Academy and Schaefer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 45505 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45505, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45505, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Global Impact Stem Academy
(Math: 28% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 S Limestone St Ste B
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 328-6600
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 328-6600
Gr: 7-12 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Springfield Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1615 Selma Rd
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 323-6250
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 323-6250
Gr: K-8 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Schaefer Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
147 S Fostoria Ave
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 505-4390
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 505-4390
Gr: 7-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Hayward Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Clifton Ave
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 505-4190
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 505-4190
Gr: 7-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Springfield-clark County
Vocational School
1901 Selma Rd
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-7368
Springfield, OH 45505
(937) 325-7368
Gr: 7-12 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 45505, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45505, OH include Global Impact Stem Academy, Springfield Preparatory And Fitness Academy and Schaefer Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 45505?
5 public middle schools are located in 45505.
What is the racial composition of students in 45505?
45505 public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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