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Best Schools in New Washington, Ohio

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.7/10
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Choosing a school in New Washington?

Use this page to compare every school in New Washington 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.

Buckeye Central Elementary School

9.3/10

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

Buckeye Central Middle School

8.5/10

Middle · Buckeye Central Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Buckeye Central High School

8.4/10

High · Buckeye Central Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in New Washington for 2026 are Buckeye Central Elementary School (9.3/10), Buckeye Central Middle School (8.5/10), and Buckeye Central High School (8.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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

3

in this city

Avg Score

8.7

out of 10

Median Home

$137,100

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in New Washington

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Buckeye Central Elementary School 9.3 / 10
2 Buckeye Central Middle School 8.5 / 10
3 Buckeye Central High School 8.4 / 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
8.7/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$59,306

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$137,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
13%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
23 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
80%

Of occupied housing units

How New Washington compares

Ohio rank

#8 of 442

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+2.4

above Ohio avg (6.4)

Median household income

$59k

83% of Ohio median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in New Washington, Ohio

New Washington, 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 8.7 out of 10, schools in New Washington perform strongly 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 New Washington is Buckeye Central Elementary School with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

New Washington is served by 1 school district: Buckeye Central Local. These districts collectively serve 660 students.

New Washington's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,306. The poverty rate in the area is 6.2%.

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 ZIP: 44854 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 270 students · Pre-K–4th 9.3

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 204 students · 5th–8th 8.5

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 186 students · 9th–12th 8.4

Schools in New Washington

New Washington, Ohio · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$59,306

Median Home Value

$137,100

Median Rent

$910/mo

Population

1,459

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Community Profile

New Washington has a median household income of $59,306. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $137,100, with a median rent of $910/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in New Washington, Ohio

How many schools are in New Washington, Ohio?

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

What is the average school rating in New Washington, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Washington is 8.7 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 New Washington, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in New Washington on MySchoolScout is Buckeye Central Elementary School with a composite score of 9.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in New Washington, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in New Washington on MySchoolScout is Buckeye Central Elementary School with a composite score of 9.3/10.

What is the best middle school in New Washington, Ohio?

The top-ranked middle school in New Washington on MySchoolScout is Buckeye Central Middle School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best high school in New Washington, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in New Washington on MySchoolScout is Buckeye Central High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

How many school districts serve New Washington, Ohio?

New Washington is served by 1 school district: Buckeye Central Local.

What is the education level in New Washington, Ohio?

According to Census data, 13% of adults in New Washington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in New Washington, Ohio?

The median household income in New Washington is approximately $59,306 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in New Washington, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Washington is 16.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Washington, 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.