Best Schools in Findlay, Ohio
17 schools · 8 Elementary · 3 Middle · 4 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Findlay?
Use this page to compare every school in Findlay by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Liberty-benton Middle School
Middle · Liberty-benton Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Liberty-benton Elementary School
Elementary · Liberty-benton Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Liberty-benton High School
High · Liberty-benton Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Findlay for 2026 are Liberty-benton Middle School (8.9/10), Liberty-benton Elementary School (8.4/10), and Liberty-benton High School (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
17
15 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$203,800
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
17
15 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$203,800
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 48% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Findlay schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Findlay
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (14 of 17). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liberty-benton Middle School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Liberty-benton Elementary School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Liberty-benton High School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Wilson Vance Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Heritage Christian School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Chamberlin Hill Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Donnell Middle School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Bigelow Hill Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 9 | St Micheal Catholic School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Glenwood Middle School | 6.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $64,076
- Median home value
- $203,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 17 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Findlay compares
Ohio rank
#297 of 442
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Ohio avg (6.4)
Median household income
$64k
90% of Ohio median
Schools in this city
16
About Schools in Findlay, Ohio
Findlay, Ohio offers 14 ranked public schools with a city average of 6.7 out of 10. Five of those schools — 36% of the total — score 7 or higher, a concentration that matters when you're narrowing down where to enroll. The range runs from well above average to schools near the midpoint, so which district a family lands in draws a clear line through the options.
The Liberty-Benton district anchors the strongest cluster. Liberty-Benton Middle School leads all 14 ranked schools with an 8.9 out of 10 — the highest score in the city. Liberty-Benton High School earns an 8.0, giving families in that district a consistent pipeline from middle grades straight through graduation. That kind of vertical alignment — a top-ranked middle school feeding into a strong high school — is one of the most reliable signals parents can use when evaluating a district.
Findlay City Schools produce one standout at the elementary level: Bigelow Hill Elementary scores an 8.7, the second-highest mark across all 14 ranked schools and the top score for any elementary in the city. Donnell Middle School (7.2) and Whittier Primary School (7.1) also clear the 7-point threshold, giving families inside Findlay City boundaries solid options at the primary and middle school levels, even if they trail the Liberty-Benton flagship by a margin.
For parents weighing their options, the 36% of schools above 7 out of 10 is a useful frame: strong choices exist, but they cluster by district rather than spreading evenly across the city. Families prioritizing middle and high school performance will find Liberty-Benton hard to beat. Those focused on elementary years should look closely at Bigelow Hill and its feeder path. The city average of 6.7 reflects real spread — the gap between the top-ranked school at 8.9 and the lower end is wide enough to matter. School-level scores carry more signal than district-level averages here, so drill into each campus before making enrollment decisions.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 602 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.4 | ||
| 2 | 396 students · 3rd–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 3 | 340 students · 3rd–5th | 7.2 | ||
| 4 | 353 students · 3rd–5th | 6.5 | ||
| 5 | 356 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 5.2 | ||
| 6 | 385 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 5.0 | ||
| 7 | 376 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 4.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Micheal Catholic School
Private
355 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.4 | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 435 students · 5th–8th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 524 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 556 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 543 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 2,050 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
| 3 | 205 students · 9th–12th | 3.6 |
| 4 | 11 students · 11th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 276 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Heritage Christian School
Private
67 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.6 | ||
Schools in Findlay
Findlay, Ohio · 17 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,076
Median Home Value
$203,800
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
54,342
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Community Profile
Findlay has a median household income of $64,076. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $203,800, with a median rent of $934/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Ohio
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 4
- Other
- 2
Resources
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Ohio
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Findlay, Ohio
How many schools are in Findlay, Ohio?
Findlay has 17 schools, including 15 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Findlay, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Findlay is 6.3 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 Findlay, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Findlay on MySchoolScout is Liberty-benton Middle School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Findlay, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in Findlay on MySchoolScout is Liberty-benton Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Findlay, Ohio?
The top-ranked middle school in Findlay on MySchoolScout is Liberty-benton Middle School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best high school in Findlay, Ohio?
The top-ranked high school in Findlay on MySchoolScout is Liberty-benton High School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Findlay, Ohio?
Findlay is served by 3 school districts: Findlay Digital Academy, Liberty-benton Local, Findlay City.
What is the education level in Findlay, Ohio?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Findlay have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Findlay, Ohio?
The median household income in Findlay is approximately $64,076 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Findlay, Ohio?
Yes, Findlay has 2 private schools alongside 15 public schools. The top-rated private school is Heritage Christian School with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Findlay, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Findlay is 19.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Findlay, 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.