For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,591 students in 44121, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,834 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 44121, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44121, OH are Adrian Elementary School, Rowland Elementary School and Noble Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44121 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44121, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44121, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adrian Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1071 Homestead Rd
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 691-2170
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 691-2170
Gr: K-3 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Rowland Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Bayard Rd
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 691-2200
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 691-2200
Gr: PK-3 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Noble Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1293 Ardoon St
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 371-6535
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 371-6535
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Greenview School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1825 S Green Rd
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 691-2245
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 691-2245
Gr: 4-7 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Oxford Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
939 Quilliams Rd
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 371-6525
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 371-6525
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Monticello Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3665 Monticello Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 371-6520
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 371-6520
Gr: 6-8 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
44121, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4106 Lowden Rd
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 691-2180
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 691-2180
Gr: K-4 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1700 Crest Rd
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 320-4500
Cleveland, OH 44121
(216) 320-4500
Gr: PK | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44121, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44121, OH include Adrian Elementary School, Rowland Elementary School and Noble Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 44121?
6 public schools are located in 44121.
What percentage of students in 44121 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 44121 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44121?
44121 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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