For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,817 students in 44130, OH (there are 9 private schools, serving 2,305 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 44130, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44130, OH are Big Creek Elementary School, Pleasant Valley Elementary School and Berea-midpark Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44130 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44130, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44130, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Creek Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7247 Big Creek Pkwy
Cleveland, OH 44130
(216) 898-8303
Cleveland, OH 44130
(216) 898-8303
Gr: PK-4 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9906 W Pleasant Valley Rd
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 885-2379
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 885-2379
Gr: K-4 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Berea-midpark Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7000 Paula Dr
Cleveland, OH 44130
(216) 767-8400
Cleveland, OH 44130
(216) 767-8400
Gr: 5-9 | 1,522 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Greenbriar Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11810 Huffman Rd
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 885-2370
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 885-2370
Gr: 5-8 | 1,064 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Huber Heights Preparatory Academy Dba Parma Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12925 Corporate Dr
Cleveland, OH 44130
(216) 750-1205
Cleveland, OH 44130
(216) 750-1205
Gr: K-3 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Valley Forge High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9999 Independence Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 885-2330
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 885-2330
Gr: 9-12 | 1,402 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Summit Academy Community School - Parma
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5868 Stumph Rd
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 888-5407
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 888-5407
Gr: 1-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
7377 Chateau Dr
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 885-2413
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 885-2413
Gr: 9-12 | 54 students Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Polaris Career Center
Vocational School
7285 Old Oak Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 891-7600
Cleveland, OH 44130
(440) 891-7600
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44130, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44130, OH include Big Creek Elementary School, Pleasant Valley Elementary School and Berea-midpark Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 44130?
10 public schools are located in 44130.
What percentage of students in 44130 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 44130 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44130?
44130 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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