For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 950 students in 44112, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44112, OH are Apex Academy, Kenneth W Clement and W.h. Kirk Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 44112 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 44112, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44112, OH Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Apex Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16005 Terrace Rd
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 451-1725
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 451-1725
Gr: K-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Kenneth W Clement
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14311 Woodworth Rd
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 838-8800
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 838-8800
Gr: K-8 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #33.
W.h. Kirk Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14410 Terrace Rd
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 268-6610
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 268-6610
Gr: 6-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: n/an/a
1865 Garfield Rd
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 268-6600
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 268-6600
Gr: 3-7 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
44112, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
17914 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 838-0700
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 838-0700
Gr: PK-9 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Po Box 12579
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 851-4682
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 851-4682
Gr: K-8 | 81 students Minority enrollment: 74%
1843 Stanwood Rd
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 268-6630
Cleveland, OH 44112
(216) 268-6630
Gr: PK-6 | 167 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 44112, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44112, OH include Apex Academy, Kenneth W Clement and W.h. Kirk Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 44112?
4 public middle schools are located in 44112.
What is the racial composition of students in 44112?
44112 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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