For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,102 students in Cortland, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in Cortland, OH are Lakeview Elementary School, Maplewood Elementary School and Maplewood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cortland, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Cortland have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cortland, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
640 Wakefield Dr
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 638-2145
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 638-2145
Gr: K-4 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Maplewood Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4174 Greenville Rd
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 924-2431
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 924-2431
Gr: K-6 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Maplewood High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2414 Greenville Rd
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 637-8466
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 637-8466
Gr: 7-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #44.
Lakeview Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
640 Wakefield Dr
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 637-4360
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 637-4360
Gr: 5-7 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Lakeview High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Hillman Dr
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 637-4921
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 637-4921
Gr: 8-12 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Cortland, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
264 Park Ave
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 637-2871
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 637-2871
Gr: 3-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
4174 Greenville Rd
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 924-2431
Cortland, OH 44410
(330) 924-2431
Gr: 5-8 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cortland, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Cortland, OH include Lakeview Elementary School, Maplewood Elementary School and Maplewood High School.
How many public schools are located in Cortland?
5 public schools are located in Cortland.
What is the racial composition of students in Cortland?
Cortland public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Cortland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Cortland include: Lakeview Elementary School vs. Maplewood Elementary School, Maplewood Elementary School vs. Lakeview Elementary School, Maplewood High School vs. Lakeview High School
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