For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,213 students in 45653, OH.
The top ranked public schools in 45653, OH are Minford Middle School, Minford Primary Elementary School and Minford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45653 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45653, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45653, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Minford Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
135 Falcon Rd
Minford, OH 45653
(740) 820-2181
Minford, OH 45653
(740) 820-2181
Grades: 4-8
| 448 students
Rank: #22.
Minford Primary Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 Falcon Rd
Minford, OH 45653
(740) 820-2287
Minford, OH 45653
(740) 820-2287
Grades: PK-3
| 403 students
Rank: #33.
Minford High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
491 Bond Rd
Minford, OH 45653
(740) 820-3445
Minford, OH 45653
(740) 820-3445
Grades: 9-12
| 362 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45653, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45653, OH include Minford Middle School, Minford Primary Elementary School and Minford High School.
How many public schools are located in 45653?
3 public schools are located in 45653.
What is the racial composition of students in 45653?
45653 public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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