- Miami Trace Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 1,139 students
- Miami Trace Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 611 students
- Miami Trace High School — Grades 9–12 · 747 students
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Ohio School District Income Tax
No district income tax| Metric | Miami Trace Local School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 2,573 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Trace Local School District (this district) | 5/10 | 46th | 2,573 |
| Columbus City Schools | 1/10 | 3rd | 45,338 |
| Cleveland Metropolitan School District | 1/10 | 2nd | 33,998 |
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Ranked against 604 rated districts in OH → 46th percentile → 5/10.
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 →
About Miami Trace Local School District
Miami Trace Local School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 43160 in Miami Trace, Ohio. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 43160. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
With a rating of 5/10 (average), Miami Trace Local School District ranks among Ohio’s average-rated school systems. 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.
Miami Trace Local School District falls near the middle of Ohio on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 43160
Children in zip code 43160 are assigned to Miami Trace Local School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 43160, 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 Miami Trace Local School District at (740)335-3010 or visit www.miamitrace.k12.oh.us/. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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 Washington Court House
For families considering a purchase in the Miami Trace area, district assignment matters financially. Because Miami Trace Local School District serves zip code 43160, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 43160 and neighboring areas. 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 Miami Trace 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 43160.
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 Miami Trace Local School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 43160 data.