For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,185 students in The Plains, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in The Plains, OH are The Plains Intermediate School and Athens High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The Plains, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in The Plains have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in The Plains, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Plains Intermediate School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
90 Connett Rd
The Plains, OH 45780
(740) 797-4572
The Plains, OH 45780
(740) 797-4572
Gr: 4-6 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Athens High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 High School Rd
The Plains, OH 45780
(740) 797-4521
The Plains, OH 45780
(740) 797-4521
Gr: 9-12 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in The Plains, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in The Plains, OH include The Plains Intermediate School and Athens High School.
How many public schools are located in The Plains?
2 public schools are located in The Plains.
What is the racial composition of students in The Plains?
The Plains public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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