For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,107 students in 44408, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 409 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 44408, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44408, OH are South Side Middle School, Joshua Dixon Elementary School and Columbiana High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44408 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44408, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44408, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Side Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
720 Columbiana Waterford Rd
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-5354
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-5354
Gr: 5-8 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Joshua Dixon Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
333 N Middle St
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-5355
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-5355
Gr: PK-4 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Columbiana High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 Columbiana Waterford Rd
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-3818
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-3818
Gr: 9-12 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Crestview Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3407 Middleton Rd
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-5370
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-5370
Gr: K-4 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Crestview High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
44100 Crestview Rd Ste B
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-4744
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-4744
Gr: 9-12 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #66.
Crestview Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
44100 Crestview Rd Ste C
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-4648
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-4648
Gr: 5-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44408, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44408, OH include South Side Middle School, Joshua Dixon Elementary School and Columbiana High School.
How many public schools are located in 44408?
6 public schools are located in 44408.
What percentage of students in 44408 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 44408 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44408?
44408 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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