For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,274 students in 44118, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44118, OH are Fairfax Elementary School, Canterbury Elementary School and Boulevard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 44118 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 60% statewide average). Elementary schools in 44118, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 44118, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairfax Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3150 Fairfax Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7480
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7480
Gr: K-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Canterbury Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2530 Canterbury Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7470
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7470
Gr: K-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Boulevard Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1749 Lee Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7140
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7140
Gr: K-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Gearity Professional Development School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2323 Wrenford Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-6515
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-6515
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
44118, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bellefaire (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
22001 Fairmount Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 932-2800
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 932-2800
Gr: 6-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
2843 Washington Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7110
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7110
Gr: K-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
2181 Miramar Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7270
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7270
Gr: 6-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
1970 South Taylor Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 320-1720
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 320-1720
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 44118, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44118, OH include Fairfax Elementary School, Canterbury Elementary School and Boulevard Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 44118?
4 public elementary schools are located in 44118.
What is the racial composition of students in 44118?
44118 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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