Best 45879 Ohio Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 251 students in 45879, OH.
The top-ranked public middle school in 45879, OH is Paulding Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 45879 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45879, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).

Best 45879, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paulding Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
405 N Water St
Paulding, OH 45879
(419) 399-4656
Gr: 6-8 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 45879, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45879, OH include Paulding Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 45879?
1 public middle schools are located in 45879.
What is the racial composition of students in 45879?
45879 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).

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