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6.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Bellefontaine, Ohio

9 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other

Public: 8
Private: 1
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 6.7/10
Estimated Scores: 33%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.7/10

44% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$64,217

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$183,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
17%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
19 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
69%

Of occupied housing units

How Bellefontaine compares

Ohio rank

#169 of 442

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.5

above Ohio avg (6.2)

Median household income

$64k

90% of Ohio median

Schools in this city

9

About Schools in Bellefontaine, Ohio

Bellefontaine, Ohio is home to 9 schools, including 8 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Bellefontaine show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Bellefontaine is Ohio Hi-point with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Bellefontaine is served by 3 school districts: Bellefontaine City, Benjamin Logan Local, Ohio Hi-Point Career Center. These districts collectively serve 4,318 students.

Bellefontaine's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,217. The poverty rate in the area is 13.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (9) Elementary (3) Middle (2) High (3)
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Filter by ZIP: 43311 (9)

Elementary Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
Benjamin Logan Elementary School
627 students · Kindergarten–4th 		7.6
2
Bellefontaine Intermediate School
466 students · 3rd–5th 		7.2
3
Bellefontaine Elementary School
597 students · Pre-K–2nd 		5.2

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Benjamin Logan Middle School
496 students · 5th–8th 		7.6
2
Bellefontaine Middle School
504 students · 6th–8th 		6.4

High Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
Ohio Hi-Point
451 students · 6th–12th 		7.9
2
Bellefontaine High School
655 students · 9th–12th 		6.6
3
Benjamin Logan High School
522 students · 9th–12th 		6.2

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private
286 students · Pre-K–12th 		Not Rated

Schools in Bellefontaine

Bellefontaine, Ohio · 9 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$64,217

Median Home Value

$183,000

Median Rent

$833/mo

Population

20,074

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Community Profile

Bellefontaine has a median household income of $64,217. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $183,000, with a median rent of $833/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Ohio
Total Schools
9
Elementary
3
Middle
2
High
3
Districts
3
Avg Rating
6.7/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Bellefontaine schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Bellefontaine 📊 Niche Bellefontaine Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (3)

Bellefontaine City

4 schools · 2,222 students

Benjamin Logan Local

3 schools · 1,645 students

Ohio Hi-Point Career Center

1 school · 451 students

Nearby Cities

West Liberty (3 schools)
11 mi
Lewistown (3 schools)
11 mi
Ridgeway (1 school)
13 mi
De Graff (2 schools)
12 mi
North Lewisburg (3 schools)
15 mi
Raymond (1 school)
13 mi
Mount Victory (3 schools)
16 mi
Urbana (4 schools)
19 mi
Kenton (8 schools)
19 mi
La Rue (1 school)
19 mi
Mc Guffey (3 schools)
22 mi
Mt. Victory (2 schools)
20 mi
Jackson Center (2 schools)
18 mi
Saint Paris (4 schools)
21 mi
Mechanicsburg (3 schools)
22 mi

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Bellefontaine, Ohio

How many schools are in Bellefontaine, Ohio?

Bellefontaine has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Bellefontaine, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bellefontaine is 6.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Bellefontaine, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Bellefontaine on MySchoolScout is Ohio Hi-point with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Bellefontaine, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Bellefontaine on MySchoolScout is Benjamin Logan Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Bellefontaine, Ohio?

The top-ranked middle school in Bellefontaine on MySchoolScout is Benjamin Logan Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best high school in Bellefontaine, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Bellefontaine on MySchoolScout is Ohio Hi-point with a composite score of 7.9/10.

How many school districts serve Bellefontaine, Ohio?

Bellefontaine is served by 3 school districts: Bellefontaine City, Benjamin Logan Local, Ohio Hi-point Career Center.

What is the education level in Bellefontaine, Ohio?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Bellefontaine have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Bellefontaine, Ohio?

The median household income in Bellefontaine is approximately $64,217 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Bellefontaine, Ohio?

Yes, Bellefontaine has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Calvary Christian School with a score of 6.0/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Bellefontaine, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bellefontaine is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bellefontaine, Ohio?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.