For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 938 students in 44126, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44126, OH are Gilles-sweet Elementary School and Lewis F Mayer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 44126 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 44126, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 44126, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gilles-sweet Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4320 West 220 Street
Cleveland, OH 44126
(440) 356-3525
Cleveland, OH 44126
(440) 356-3525
Gr: K-5 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Lewis F Mayer Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21200 Campus Drive
Cleveland, OH 44126
(440) 356-3510
Cleveland, OH 44126
(440) 356-3510
Gr: 6-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 44126, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44126, OH include Gilles-sweet Elementary School and Lewis F Mayer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 44126?
2 public elementary schools are located in 44126.
What is the racial composition of students in 44126?
44126 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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