For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 541 students in 45804, OH.
The top ranked public middle schools in 45804, OH are Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 and Liberty Arts Magnet K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 45804 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45804, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45804, OH Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
755 Saint Johns Ave
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3190
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3190
Grades: K-8
| 166 students
Rank: #22.
Liberty Arts Magnet K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
338 W Kibby St
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3320
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3320
Grades: K-8
| 375 students
45804, Ohio 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1130a East Albert St
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 738-3422
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 738-3422
Grades: 1-12
| 35 students
Lima Alternative High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1 Spartan Way
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3000
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 996-3000
Grades: 10-12
| 17 students
515 Calumet Ave
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 998-2400
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 998-2400
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
190 East 8th St
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 227-7730
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 227-7730
Grades: K-5
| 119 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 45804, OH?
The top ranked public middle schools in 45804, OH include Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8 and Liberty Arts Magnet K-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 45804?
2 public middle schools are located in 45804.
What is the racial composition of students in 45804?
45804 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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