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Best Schools in Butler, Ohio

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Other

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.8/10
Estimated Scores: 50%
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Butler Elementary School

7.8/10

Elementary · Clear Fork Valley Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

5.8

out of 10

Median Home

$214,900

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Butler

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Butler Elementary School 7.8 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.8/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$66,816

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$214,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
19%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
33 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
76%

Of occupied housing units

How Butler compares

Median household income

$67k

94% of Ohio median

About Schools in Butler, Ohio

Butler, Ohio is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Butler show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Butler is Butler Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Butler is served by 1 school district: Clear Fork Valley Local. These districts collectively serve 1,526 students.

Butler's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,816. The poverty rate in the area is 7.0%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Butler Elementary School
260 students · Kindergarten–5th 		7.8

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Clear Fork Valley Preschool
58 students · Pre-K–Pre-K 		3.7

Schools in Butler

Butler, Ohio · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$66,816

Median Home Value

$214,900

Median Rent

$948/mo

Population

4,119

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

7.0%

Community Profile

Butler has a median household income of $66,816. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $214,900, with a median rent of $948/month. The local poverty rate of 7.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Ohio
Elementary
1
Other
1

Resources

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School District

Clear Fork Valley Local

5 schools · 1,526 students

Nearby Cities

Bellville (3 schools)
3 mi
Lucas (3 schools)
8 mi
Fredericktown (3 schools)
10 mi
Lexington (5 schools)
10 mi
Mansfield (28 schools)
13 mi
Howard (2 schools)
14 mi
Mount Vernon (11 schools)
14 mi
Loudonville (5 schools)
12 mi
Gambier (1 school)
15 mi
Danville (2 schools)
13 mi
Ontario (2 schools)
15 mi
Jeromesville (3 schools)
18 mi
Ashland (17 schools)
21 mi
Brinkhaven (2 schools)
17 mi
Lakeville (3 schools)
17 mi

Other Major Cities in Ohio

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Butler, Ohio

How many schools are in Butler, Ohio?

Butler has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Butler, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Butler is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

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

The top-ranked school in Butler on MySchoolScout is Butler Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Butler, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Butler on MySchoolScout is Butler Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Butler, Ohio?

Butler is served by 1 school district: Clear Fork Valley Local.

What is the education level in Butler, Ohio?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Butler have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Butler, Ohio?

The median household income in Butler is approximately $66,816 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Butler is 22.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Butler, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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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.