For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,172 students in Arcanum, OH.
The top ranked public schools in Arcanum, OH are Butler Middle School, Arcanum Elementary School and Arcanum High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arcanum, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Arcanum have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Arcanum, OH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Butler Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2011 Trojan Ave
Arcanum, OH 45304
(937) 692-5174
Arcanum, OH 45304
(937) 692-5174
Grades: 5-8
| 312 students
Rank: #22.
Arcanum Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2011 Trojan Ave
Arcanum, OH 45304
(937) 692-5174
Arcanum, OH 45304
(937) 692-5174
Grades: K-4
| 429 students
Rank: #33.
Arcanum High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2011 Trojan Ave
Arcanum, OH 45304
(937) 692-5174
Arcanum, OH 45304
(937) 692-5174
Grades: 9-12
| 368 students
Rank: n/an/a
310 N Main St
Arcanum, OH 45304
(937) 692-5174
Arcanum, OH 45304
(937) 692-5174
Grades: PK
| 63 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Arcanum, OH?
The top ranked public schools in Arcanum, OH include Butler Middle School, Arcanum Elementary School and Arcanum High School.
How many public schools are located in Arcanum?
4 public schools are located in Arcanum.
What is the racial composition of students in Arcanum?
Arcanum public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Arcanum are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Arcanum include: Arcanum High School vs. Arcanum Elementary School
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