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Best 45801 Ohio Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 901 students in 45801, OH (there are 9 public schools, serving 3,456 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in 45801, OH are educated in private schools (compared to the OH state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 45801, OH include St. Gerard, St. Rose Catholic School, and Trinity Um Church Center For Cre.
The average acceptance rate is 96%, which is higher than the Ohio private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 45801, OH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 901
  • Average Tuition: $3,619
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 36%
  • View 45801 Ohio School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 901
  • Average Tuition: $3,619
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 36%
  • View 45801 Ohio School Trends

Top Ranked 45801 Ohio Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Gerard
St. Gerard
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
1311 N Main St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 222-0431
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Map of St. Rose Catholic School
St. Rose Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 173 students
Catholic
523 N West St
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 223-6361
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Map of Trinity Um Church Center For Cre
Trinity Um Church Center For Cre
Gr: PK-K | 113 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
301 W Market Street
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 227-0800
(1)
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Map of Golden Bridge Academy
Golden Bridge Academy
Gr: PK-6 | 131 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
71 Town Square
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 222-6858
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Map of Liberty Christian School
Liberty Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 13 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
801 Bellefontaine Avenue
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 229-6266
(1)
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Northside Mennonite Ch Cld Car
Gr: PK-K | 45 students
Montessori School (Mennonite)
1318 N Main Street
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 222-1222
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Map of Temple Christian School
Temple Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 240 students
Sports: 6
Christian
982 Brower Rd
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 227-1644
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 45801, OH?
The top ranked private schools in 45801, OH include St. Gerard, St. Rose Catholic School, and Trinity Um Church Center For Cre.
How many private schools are located in 45801?
7 private schools are located in 45801.
How diverse are private schools in 45801?
45801 private schools are approximately 36% minority students, which is higher than the Ohio private school average of 25%.
What percentage of students in 45801 go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in 45801 are educated in private schools (compared to the OH state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 45801?
100% of private schools in 45801 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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