Best Schools in Mansfield, Ohio
28 schools · 15 Elementary · 3 Middle · 5 High · 5 Other
Choosing a school in Mansfield?
Use this page to compare every school in Mansfield by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Mifflin Elementary School
Elementary · Madison Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mansfield Spanish Immersion School
Elementary · Mansfield City. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Eastview Elementary School
Elementary · Madison Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mansfield for 2026 are Mifflin Elementary School (9.1/10), Mansfield Spanish Immersion School (9.0/10), and Eastview Elementary School (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 25 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
28
20 public · 8 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$121,100
home value · ACS
Districts
7
serving the city
Schools
28
20 public · 8 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$121,100
home value · ACS
Districts
7
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mansfield
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (25 of 28). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mifflin Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Mansfield Spanish Immersion School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Eastview Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | St Peters School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Discovery School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 6 | The Richland School of Academic Arts | 8.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Springmill Stem Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Temple-christian School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 9 | St Peter's Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 10 | St Mary Catholic School | 7.5 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $49,629
- Median home value
- $121,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
46% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mansfield compares
Ohio rank
#259 of 442
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Ohio avg (6.4)
Median household income
$50k
70% of Ohio median
Schools in this city
26
About Schools in Mansfield, Ohio
Mansfield, Ohio has 20 ranked public schools spanning elementary through secondary levels, with an average score of 6.0 out of 10. The city's landscape shows a clear performance divide — 6 of those 20 schools, or 30%, score 7.0 or above, while the remaining 14 fall below that line. That split gives parents a practical benchmark: reaching a 7.0 rating marks a meaningful step above the Mansfield norm.
Eastview Elementary School leads the city with an 8.5 out of 10, the highest score among all 20 ranked schools. Tyger Digital Academy (7.6) and Madison Early Childhood Learning Center (7.5) follow in the upper tier, alongside Ontario Middle School (7.5) and Madison Middle School (7.4). The appearance of two middle schools in the top five is a useful signal — strong performance options don't disappear once students move past elementary grades, which matters for families weighing multi-year enrollment decisions.
The 6.0 city average means that school selection in Mansfield carries real weight. With 14 schools scoring below the 7.0 threshold, the gap between an assigned school and a top-tier option can be substantial. Parents with access to open enrollment or intradistrict choice programs will find that gap worth acting on.
For families actively comparing options, Eastview Elementary is the clearest starting point for elementary-age children. Ontario and Madison middle schools both clear the 7.0 bar and offer above-average performance at the secondary level. Early childhood families should examine Madison Early Childhood Learning Center, which places in the city's top five despite serving the youngest age group. Across all grade bands, only about one in three Mansfield schools scores 7.0 or higher — which means arriving with a shortlist, rather than assuming proximity equals quality, is the more reliable strategy here.
Elementary Schools
15 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 248 students · Kindergarten–4th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 221 students · Kindergarten–8th | 9.0 |
| 3 | 236 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.2 |
| 4 | 348 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.0 |
| 5 | 212 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.0 |
| 6 | 491 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.8 |
| 7 | 732 students · 3rd–6th | 5.4 |
| 8 | 431 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.8 |
| 9 | 201 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 4.7 |
| 10 | 497 students · Pre-K–2nd | 3.2 |
Show all 15 elementary schools in Mansfield
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 472 students · 5th–9th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 758 students · 5th–8th | 7.2 |
| 3 | 412 students · 7th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 534 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 2 | 882 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 | ||
| 3 | 169 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 | ||
| 4 | 825 students · 8th–12th | 4.8 | ||
| 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 Peters School
Private
150 students · 7th–12th | 8.2 | ||
Other Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.5 | ||
| 2 | 83 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.9 | ||
| 3 | 770 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.9 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Temple-christian School
Private
129 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.0 | ||
| 2 | -- Mansfield Christian School-
Private
598 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.6 | ||
Schools in Mansfield
Mansfield, Ohio · 28 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes
Median Income
$49,629
Median Home Value
$121,100
Median Rent
$817/mo
Population
80,150
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Community Profile
Mansfield has a median household income of $49,629. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $121,100, with a median rent of $817/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Ohio
- Elementary
- 15
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 5
- Other
- 5
Resources
School Districts (7)
GOAL Digital Academy
1 school · 770 students
Foundation Academy
1 school · 431 students
The Richland School of Academic Arts
1 school · 348 students
Cypress High School
1 school · 169 students
Mansfield City
8 schools · 3,183 students
Madison Local
6 schools · 2,661 students
Ontario Local
3 schools · 1,910 students
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 Mansfield, Ohio
How many schools are in Mansfield, Ohio?
Mansfield has 28 schools, including 20 public and 8 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mansfield, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mansfield is 6.5 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 Mansfield, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Mansfield on MySchoolScout is Mifflin Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mansfield, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mansfield on MySchoolScout is Mifflin Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Mansfield, Ohio?
The top-ranked middle school in Mansfield on MySchoolScout is Ontario Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Mansfield, Ohio?
The top-ranked high school in Mansfield on MySchoolScout is St Peters School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Mansfield, Ohio?
Mansfield is served by 7 school districts: Goal Digital Academy, Foundation Academy, The Richland School of Academic Arts, Cypress High School, Mansfield City, Madison Local, Ontario Local.
What is the education level in Mansfield, Ohio?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Mansfield have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mansfield, Ohio?
The median household income in Mansfield is approximately $49,629 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Mansfield, Ohio?
Yes, Mansfield has 8 private schools alongside 20 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Peters School with a score of 8.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mansfield, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mansfield is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mansfield, 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.