Summary:
The 45804 zip code area of Lima, Ohio is home to 4 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 8th grade. While the schools in this area face some common challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism rates, one school stands out as a clear academic standout - Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8.
Lima South Science-Technology Magnet consistently outperforms the other schools in the 45804 zip code, as well as the Lima City district and the state of Ohio, on a variety of academic measures. In the 2024-2025 school year, Lima South had the highest proficiency rates in science, math, and English language arts across multiple grade levels. The school maintains a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, compared to the 1-star ratings of the other schools in the area. Additionally, Lima South has a much lower student-teacher ratio of 7.9, suggesting more individualized attention for students.
In contrast, the other 3 schools in the 45804 zip code - Liberty Arts Magnet K-8, Freedom Elementary School, and Unity Elementary School - all struggle with significantly lower academic performance. For example, on 8th grade math in 2024-2025, Lima South had an 81% proficiency rate, while Liberty Arts Magnet had just 10%. The high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging around 38.8% across all 4 schools, likely contribute to these performance gaps and suggest a need for more comprehensive support for students in the area.
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