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5.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Latham, Ohio

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.9/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Bachelor's degree or higher
9%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
85%

Of occupied housing units

How Latham compares

Ohio rank

#336 of 442

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.3

below Ohio avg (6.2)

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Latham, Ohio

Latham, Ohio is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Latham show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Latham is Western High School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Latham is served by 1 school district: Western Local. These districts collectively serve 695 students.

Latham's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 50.0%.

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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Filter by ZIP: 45646 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Western Primary
261 students · Pre-K–3rd 		4.7

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Western Elementary School
153 students · 4th–6th 		5.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Western High School
281 students · 7th–12th 		7.4

Schools in Latham

Latham, Ohio · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Population

174

College Educated

9%

Homeownership

85%

Poverty Rate

50.0%

Community Profile

It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 50.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Ohio
Total Schools
3
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
5.9/10

Resources

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School District

Western Local

3 schools · 695 students

Nearby Cities

Bainbridge (4 schools)
10 mi
Peebles (2 schools)
14 mi
Piketon (4 schools)
13 mi
South Salem (1 school)
16 mi
Waverly (5 schools)
14 mi
Greenfield (4 schools)
17 mi
Mc Dermott (3 schools)
18 mi
Frankfort (3 schools)
22 mi
Lucasville (4 schools)
22 mi
Chillicothe (20 schools)
22 mi
Leesburg (3 schools)
22 mi
Hillsboro (8 schools)
20 mi
Seaman (2 schools)
21 mi
Beaver (4 schools)
22 mi
West Portsmouth (3 schools)
29 mi

Other Major Cities in Ohio

Top metros statewide by school count.

Columbus 277 schools Cincinnati 261 schools Cleveland 178 schools Toledo 119 schools Dayton 102 schools

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 Latham, Ohio

How many schools are in Latham, Ohio?

Latham has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Latham, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Latham is 5.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Latham on MySchoolScout is Western High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Latham, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Latham on MySchoolScout is Western Primary with a composite score of 4.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Latham, Ohio?

The top-ranked middle school in Latham on MySchoolScout is Western Elementary School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best high school in Latham, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Latham on MySchoolScout is Western High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Latham, Ohio?

Latham is served by 1 school district: Western Local.

What is the education level in Latham, Ohio?

According to Census data, 9% of adults in Latham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Latham is 22.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Latham, 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.