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Best Schools in Racine, Ohio

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.9/10
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Southern Elementary School

6.5/10

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

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Southern High School

5.3/10

High · Southern 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

5.9

out of 10

Median Home

$149,100

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Racine

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

# School Rating
1 Southern Elementary School 6.5 / 10
2 Southern High School 5.3 / 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
5.9/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$41,711

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$149,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
16%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
38 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
64%

Of occupied housing units

How Racine compares

Median household income

$42k

59% of Ohio median

About Schools in Racine, Ohio

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

With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Racine 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 Racine is Southern Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Racine is served by 1 school district: Southern Local. These districts collectively serve 697 students.

Racine's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $41,711. The poverty rate in the area is 22.7%.

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
Southern Elementary School
489 students · Pre-K–8th 		6.5

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Southern High School
208 students · 9th–12th 		5.3

Schools in Racine

Racine, Ohio · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$41,711

Median Home Value

$149,100

Median Rent

$715/mo

Population

3,462

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

64%

Avg Commute

38 min

Poverty Rate

22.7%

Community Profile

Racine has a median household income of $41,711. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $149,100, with a median rent of $715/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Ohio
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

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School District

Southern Local

2 schools · 697 students

Nearby Cities

Pomeroy (2 schools)
8 mi
Reedsville (2 schools)
11 mi
Middleport (3 schools)
11 mi
Coolville (2 schools)
19 mi
Gallipolis (6 schools)
19 mi
Stewart (3 schools)
24 mi
Bidwell (2 schools)
21 mi
Albany (2 schools)
24 mi
Athens (3 schools)
27 mi
Amesville (1 school)
30 mi
Vinton (1 school)
24 mi
Belpre (3 schools)
27 mi
The Plains (2 schools)
30 mi
Crown City (3 schools)
29 mi
Vincent (3 schools)
32 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Racine, Ohio

How many schools are in Racine, Ohio?

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

What is the average school rating in Racine, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Racine is 5.9 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 Racine, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Racine on MySchoolScout is Southern Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Racine, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Racine on MySchoolScout is Southern Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best high school in Racine, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Racine on MySchoolScout is Southern High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.

How many school districts serve Racine, Ohio?

Racine is served by 1 school district: Southern Local.

What is the education level in Racine, Ohio?

According to Census data, 16% of adults in Racine have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Racine, Ohio?

The median household income in Racine is approximately $41,711 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Racine is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Racine, 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.