For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,135 students in 43952, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 43952, OH are Pugliese Elementary West, Wells Academy and Mckinley Stem Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 43952 have an average math proficiency score of 89% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 43952, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 43952, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Pugliese Elementary West
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
435 John Scott Hwy Connector
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 264-1590
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 264-1590
Gr: PK-4 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Wells Academy
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
420 N 4th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-1651
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-1651
Gr: PK-4 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Mckinley Stem Academy
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1400 Adams St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3767
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 283-3767
Gr: PK-4 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
East Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
936 N 5th St
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-5112
Gr: PK-4 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Harding Middle School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2002 Sunset Blvd
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-3481
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740) 282-3481
Gr: 5-8 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 43952, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 43952, OH include Pugliese Elementary West, Wells Academy and Mckinley Stem Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 43952?
5 public elementary schools are located in 43952.
What is the racial composition of students in 43952?
43952 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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