For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public middle schools serving 2,596 students in 44109, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44109, OH are Buhrer, William C Bryant Elementary School and Charles A Mooney School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 44109 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 44109, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44109, OH Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buhrer
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Buhrer Ave
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-8350
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-8350
Gr: PK-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
William C Bryant Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3121 Oak Park Ave
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-3350
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-3350
Gr: PK-8 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Charles A Mooney School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3213 Montclair Ave
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-3200
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-3200
Gr: PK-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Denison
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3799 W 33rd St
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-3250
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-3250
Gr: PK-9 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Cleveland Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4850 Pearl Rd
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 741-2991
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 741-2991
Gr: K-8 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Horizon Science Academy-denison Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Denison Ave
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 739-9911
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 739-9911
Gr: K-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Park Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3185 W 41st St
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 263-7008
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 263-7008
Gr: K-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #88.
Constellation Schools Old Brooklyn Community Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4430 State Rd
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 351-0280
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 351-0280
Gr: 5-8 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #99.
Benjamin Franklin
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1905 Spring Rd
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-3150
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-3150
Gr: PK-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
44109, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4215 Robert Ave
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 772-1336
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 772-1336
Gr: K-8 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
3202 W 30th St
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-7000
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 838-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
4850 Pearl Rd
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 741-2991
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 741-2991
Gr: K-8 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 44109, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44109, OH include Buhrer, William C Bryant Elementary School and Charles A Mooney School.
How many public middle schools are located in 44109?
9 public middle schools are located in 44109.
What is the racial composition of students in 44109?
44109 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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