For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 722 students in Athens, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in Athens, OH are Morrison Gordon Elementary School and East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Athens, OH public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in Athens have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Athens, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morrison Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
793 W Union St
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5445
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-5445
Gr: PK-3 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3 Wallace Dr
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6901
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-6901
Gr: PK-3 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Athens, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in Athens, OH include Morrison Gordon Elementary School and East Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Athens?
2 public preschools are located in Athens.
What is the racial composition of students in Athens?
Athens public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Athens are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Athens include: Morrison Gordon Elementary School vs. East Elementary School, East Elementary School vs. Morrison Gordon Elementary School
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