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📍 Milford Center, OH · Union County

School District for
Zip Code 43045 — Milford Center, OH

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ZIP 43045 is served by Fairbanks Local School District, rated 9/10 — 83rd percentile in Ohio.Ratings are percentile ranks within a single state, so they are not comparable across states.
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Fairbanks Local School District · Grades Kindergarten – 12th

9
out of 10 Rating Excellent
State reading & math tests (Ohio State Tests 2024–25) · 83rd percentile in OH
● Steady — within 1.9 points of 2021–22
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Can I rent in Milford Center and still attend schools in this district?
Yes. School district assignment is based on your home address, not whether you own or rent. As long as your rental address falls within the Fairbanks Local School District boundaries, your children are eligible to attend district schools.
How does the Fairbanks Local School District rating compare to other districts in OH?
The Fairbanks Local School District has an overall rating of 9/10 (Excellent) based on students’ reading and math proficiency on state assessments. Use our best districts in OH page to compare with other districts statewide.
School District · Milford Center, OH
Fairbanks Local School District
📍 Union County, OH · Zip Code 43045
9/10
Rating
1,075
Students
3
Schools
Kindergarten – 12th
Grade Span
Great About this district: Public school district serving Milford Center, OH
District Contact & InformationSource: NCES 2024–2025
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Grades Served
Kindergarten – 12th
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District Phone
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District Website
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District Office
11158 State Route 38, Milford Center, OH 43045
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District Type
Public School District
Assigned Schools for Zip 43045
Based on NCES district data · Always verify directly with the district
Schools in Fairbanks Local School District3 schools · NCES 2024
🏫 Elementary Schools (1)
  • Fairbanks Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 444 students
📚 Middle Schools (1)
  • Fairbanks Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 245 students
🎓 High Schools (1)
  • Fairbanks High School — Grades 9–12 · 390 students
Source: NCES Common Core of Data 2024 via Urban Institute. School assignment within a zip code depends on your exact address — confirm with the district.
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Elementary Schools
Kindergarten – 5th Grade
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Middle School
Grades 6 – 8
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High School
Grades 9 – 12
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Ohio School District Income Tax

School district #8001
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Ohio School District Number
8001
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2026 Income Tax Rate
1.00%
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Tax Base
Traditional base — the tax applies to Ohio taxable income less exemptions.
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Levy Detail
0.25% CPT; 0.75% CPT
Source: Ohio Department of Taxation, school district income tax rates effective January 1, 2026 (published December 30, 2025). The school district income tax is owed on where you live, not where you work or attend school. Confirm your district with Ohio’s official The Finder before filing.
District Statisticsvs. National Average
MetricFairbanks Local School DistrictNational AverageComparison
Student Enrollment1,0753,700↓ Smaller than avg
Number of Schools36Varies by district
Per-Pupil Spending$14,000/yr (est.)$13,700/yrState avg est.
District TypePublic School DistrictPublic District
Overall Rating9/10 — ExcellentAbove average
🌏 District Map Boundary from U.S. Census TIGER
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Always verify before deciding: Contact Fairbanks Local School District directly to confirm your exact school assignment. Boundaries change annually and open enrollment may alter your options. Nearby zip codes are served by Mechanicsburg Exempted Village School District and Walnut Township Local School District — if your address is near a district line, your assignment may differ from this zip-level estimate.
How Fairbanks Local School District Compares NearbyState percentile · Ohio State Tests 2024–25
DistrictRatingPercentileStudents
Fairbanks Local School District (this district)9/1083rd1,075
Mechanicsburg Exempted Village School District6/1059th864
Walnut Township Local School District3/1027th489
Triad Local School District6/1055th823
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Reading proficiency: 81.3% · Math proficiency: 76.9% · Combined average: 79.1%
Ranked against 604 rated districts in OH → 83rd percentile9/10.
Source: Ohio Dept. of Education & Workforce, Ohio State Tests grades 3–8 ELA & Math, Proficient or above, 2024–25 school year (enrollment-weighted across grades). Full methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Fairbanks Local School District serve?
Fairbanks Local School District serves students from Kindergarten – 12th. The district operates schools at multiple levels to serve all students in zip code 43045. Contact the district directly to confirm grade configurations at specific schools.
How do I contact Fairbanks Local School District?
You can reach Fairbanks Local School District via phone: (937)349-9000 or website: www.fairbanks.k12.oh.us. The district office can help with school assignment questions, enrollment, registration, and general inquiries about programs and services in zip code 43045.
Is Fairbanks Local School District a public school district?
Fairbanks Local School District is classified as a public school district. Public school districts are funded by local, state, and federal tax dollars and are open to all students residing within district boundaries. Enrollment is generally free of charge, and students are assigned to schools based on home address. To confirm eligibility and enrollment requirements for zip code 43045, contact Fairbanks Local School District directly.

About Fairbanks Local School District

Zip code 43045 in Fairbanks, Ohio is served by Fairbanks Local School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Kindergarten – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Fairbanks Local School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.

Understanding the 9/10 Rating

SchoolDistrictFinder rates Fairbanks Local School District 9 out of 10 — top-tier among Ohio public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Ohio’s State Tests grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Ohio is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.

Fairbanks Local School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Ohio on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 43045 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.

Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 43045

Children in zip code 43045 are assigned to Fairbanks Local School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 43045, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.

To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Fairbanks Local School District at (937)349-9000 or visit www.fairbanks.k12.oh.us/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Ohio districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.

School Districts and Home Values in Milford Center

Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Fairbanks Local School District serves zip code 43045, homes in and around zip code 43045 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.

Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Ohio, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Fairbanks Local School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 43045.

Data Sources and Accuracy

All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Fairbanks Local School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 43045 data.

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District at a Glance
Overall Rating9/10
GradeGreat
Grades ServedKindergarten – 12th
District TypePublic School District
Total Students
Total Schools3
Per-Pupil Spending$14,000/yr (est.)
Phone(937)349-9000
Data SourceNCES 2024