For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,236 students in 45817, OH.
The top ranked public schools in 45817, OH are Bluffton Elementary School, Bluffton High School and Bluffton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 45817 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45817, OH have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 45817, OH ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bluffton Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
102 S Jackson St
Bluffton, OH 45817
(419) 358-7951
Bluffton, OH 45817
(419) 358-7951
Grades: K-5
| 554 students
Rank: #22.
Bluffton High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
106 W College Ave
Bluffton, OH 45817
(419) 358-7941
Bluffton, OH 45817
(419) 358-7941
Grades: 9-12
| 414 students
Rank: #33.
Bluffton Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
116 S Jackson St
Bluffton, OH 45817
(419) 358-7961
Bluffton, OH 45817
(419) 358-7961
Grades: 6-8
| 268 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 45817, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 45817, OH include Bluffton Elementary School, Bluffton High School and Bluffton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 45817?
3 public schools are located in 45817.
What is the racial composition of students in 45817?
45817 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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