For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 954 students in 44718, OH (there are 5 private schools, serving 531 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 44718, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44718, OH are Lake Cable Elementary School and Robert A. Taft Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44718 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44718, OH have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44718, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Cable Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5335 Villa Padova Dr Nw
Canton, OH 44718
(330) 834-4673
Canton, OH 44718
(330) 834-4673
Gr: K-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Robert A. Taft Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3829 Guilford Ave Nw
Canton, OH 44718
(330) 491-3760
Canton, OH 44718
(330) 491-3760
Gr: K-4 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
44718, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3101 38th St Nw
Canton, OH 44718
(330) 491-3710
Canton, OH 44718
(330) 491-3710
Gr: PK-K | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44718, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44718, OH include Lake Cable Elementary School and Robert A. Taft Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 44718?
2 public schools are located in 44718.
What percentage of students in 44718 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 44718 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44718?
44718 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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