For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,088 students in 45345, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 45345, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 45345, OH are Dixie Elementary School, Dixie High School and Dixie Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45345 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45345, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45345, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dixie Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1150 W Main St
New Lebanon, OH 45345
(937) 687-3511
New Lebanon, OH 45345
(937) 687-3511
Grades: PK-4
| 468 students
Rank: #22.
Dixie High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 S Fuls Rd
New Lebanon, OH 45345
(937) 687-1366
New Lebanon, OH 45345
(937) 687-1366
Grades: 9-12
| 301 students
Rank: #33.
Dixie Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Fuls Rd
New Lebanon, OH 45345
(937) 687-3508
New Lebanon, OH 45345
(937) 687-3508
Grades: 5-8
| 319 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45345, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45345, OH include Dixie Elementary School, Dixie High School and Dixie Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 45345?
3 public schools are located in 45345.
What percentage of students in 45345 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 45345 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45345?
45345 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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