For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 792 students in 44606, OH (there are 23 private schools, serving 712 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 44606, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44606, OH are Waynedale High School, John R Lea Middle School and Waynedale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44606 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44606, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44606, OH Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waynedale High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9052 Dover Rd
Apple Creek, OH 44606
(330) 698-3071
Apple Creek, OH 44606
(330) 698-3071
Gr: 9-12 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
John R Lea Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9130 Dover Rd
Apple Creek, OH 44606
(330) 698-3151
Apple Creek, OH 44606
(330) 698-3151
Gr: 7-8
Rank: #33.
Waynedale Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9052 Dover Rd
Apple Creek, OH 44606
(330) 698-3111
Apple Creek, OH 44606
(330) 698-3111
Gr: PK-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44606, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44606, OH include Waynedale High School, John R Lea Middle School and Waynedale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 44606?
3 public schools are located in 44606.
What percentage of students in 44606 go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 44606 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44606?
44606 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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