Photo: Public domain · Public domainLondon’s public schools score below 58% of Ohio districts on tests and graduation
In London, 43% of tested students are proficient in math, below the Ohio average (52%). The grade covers the public school district serving London, from kindergarten through graduation, on state tests and graduation. Each state writes its own tests, so this is the one TownRatings grade compared within Ohio, not nationally.
From Ohio state tests taken in spring 2022, when 100% of students in the tested grades sat them, and the class of 2023’s four-year graduation rate, as reported to the U.S. Department of Education.
London’s schools, in brief
Against towns with similar incomes
Among the 1248 Ohio towns with household incomes within a quarter of London’s, its schools beat 16%, lower than their 42% against all the state’s districts. The grade ↓
Results trail the state
In spring 2022, 57% of tested students were proficient in reading and 43% in math, against 60% and 52% statewide; 100% of students in the tested grades sat the tests. The grade ↓
Graduation
85–89% of the class of 2023 graduated in four years, against 86% across Ohio (the state reports London’s rate as a range). Districts ↓
Spending and class size
The district spends $12,416 per student, against $16,610 across Ohio (FY2024). Spending doesn’t count toward the grade. Districts ↓
One elementary school, then one middle and one high school
From grade 6 the district’s path is London MIddle School, then London High School. See the path ↓
Choice beyond the district
Buckeye Community School - London and St. Patrick School (private) are in town. Every school ↓
Written from the figures on this page. Tests are from 2021–22, graduation from the class of 2023; each school’s own letter uses 2020–21 results.
What’s behind London’s grade
C+: better than 42% of Ohio school districts, #845 of 993 Ohio towns. Graduation is above the Ohio average; test scores are below it.
Where will my kid go?
Pick a grade. These are the public schools that serve London, with each school’s own grade.
Kindergarten in London
London Elementary School
Grades K–5 · 1,011 students · 27:1 students per teacher
1st grade in London
London Elementary School
Grades K–5 · 1,011 students · 27:1 students per teacher
2nd grade in London
London Elementary School
Grades K–5 · 1,011 students · 27:1 students per teacher
3rd grade in London
London Elementary School
Grades K–5 · 1,011 students · 27:1 students per teacher
4th grade in London
London Elementary School
Grades K–5 · 1,011 students · 27:1 students per teacher
5th grade in London
London Elementary School
Grades K–5 · 1,011 students · 27:1 students per teacher
6th grade in London
London MIddle School
Grades 6–8 · 493 students · 31:1 students per teacher
7th grade in London
London MIddle School
Grades 6–8 · 493 students · 31:1 students per teacher
8th grade in London
London MIddle School
Grades 6–8 · 493 students · 31:1 students per teacher
9th grade in London
London High School
Grades 9–12 · 635 students · 17:1 students per teacher
10th grade in London
London High School
Grades 9–12 · 635 students · 17:1 students per teacher
11th grade in London
London High School
Grades 9–12 · 635 students · 17:1 students per teacher
12th grade in London
London High School
Grades 9–12 · 635 students · 17:1 students per teacher
London’s public schools are run by London City School District, which also serves Deer Creek and Somerford. Parts of London (6% of its land) are served by Madison-Plains Local instead. To confirm the school for a specific address, ask the district.
The district
Spending and class size are shown but don’t count toward the grade. Each district’s own page has every school.
Below the state in reading
London vs. its neighbors
Schools grades for the Ohio towns that share London’s borders.
| Town | Schools | Main districts |
|---|---|---|
| London | C+ | London City |
| Union | B+ | Madison-Plains Local |
| Deer Creek | — | Jonathan Alder Local PK–12 · London City K–12 |
Every school in London
5 schools. Each public school’s letter compares its own 2020–21 reading and math results with Ohio’s other public schools (the newest school-level results we have).
Left off: 1 public program with fewer than 25 students (London Preschool).
Questions about London’s schools
Are London’s schools good?
On Ohio’s tests they score below most of the state: the public schools London children attend score below 58% of Ohio’s school districts on tests and graduation, a C+ Schools grade, #845 of 993 Ohio towns. Among towns with similar incomes they beat 16%. Tests are from 2021–22, graduation from the class of 2023.
What school district is London in?
London City School District, which runs grades K–12 and enrolls 2,139 students in 3 schools (2024–25). Small parts of London are served by Madison-Plains Local.
Where do London kids go to high school?
London High School, with 635 students; its own test results earn a C.
What is London’s graduation rate?
85–89% of the class of 2023 in London City School District graduated in four years, against 86% across Ohio.
How much does London spend per student?
$12,416 in London City School District (FY2024), against $16,610 across Ohio. Spending doesn’t count toward the grade.
Are there private schools in London?
Yes: St. Patrick School (Catholic, grades PK–8, 118 students). London also has 1 charter school, free and open by application.
Parents talk
What London families are saying about school.
Looking for colleges? Colleges near London → They have their own page.
School data: state test results (2021–22, with participation) and four-year graduation rates (class of 2023) reported to the U.S. Department of Education (EDFacts via ED Data Express); each school’s own letter uses its 2020–21 results (EDFacts via the Urban Institute); schools and enrollment from NCES (2024–25; private schools 2023–24); spending from the Census Bureau’s school finance survey (FY2024). The School Grade is our own summary, graded within Ohio. Stars are from neighbors.