For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,932 students in 43512, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 219 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 43512, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43512, OH are Ayersville Elementary School, Tinora Elementary School and Ayersville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43512 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43512, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43512, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ayersville Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
28046 Watson Rd
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 395-1111
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 395-1111
Gr: K-6 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Tinora Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5751 Domersville Rd
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 497-1022
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 497-1022
Gr: K-4 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Ayersville High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
28046 Watson Rd
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 395-1111
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 395-1111
Gr: 7-12 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Tinora High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5921 Domersville Rd
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 497-2621
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 497-2621
Gr: 9-12 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Tinora Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5921 Domersville Rd
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 497-2361
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 497-2361
Gr: 5-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Defiance Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Carter Rd
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 782-0070
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 782-0070
Gr: K-5 | 1,075 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #77.
Defiance High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1755 Palmer Dr
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 784-2777
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 784-2777
Gr: 9-12 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #88.
Defiance Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1755 Palmer Dr
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 782-0050
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 782-0050
Gr: 6-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43512, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43512, OH include Ayersville Elementary School, Tinora Elementary School and Ayersville High School.
How many public schools are located in 43512?
8 public schools are located in 43512.
What percentage of students in 43512 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 43512 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43512?
43512 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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