For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 6,293 students in 44035, OH (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,851 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 44035, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44035, OH are Northwood Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School and Constellation Schools Elyria Community. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44035 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44035, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44035, OH Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
570 Abbe Rd N
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8014
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8014
Gr: K-4 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
42350 Adelbert St
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8002
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8002
Gr: K-4 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Constellation Schools Elyria Community
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 N Abbe Rd
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 366-5225
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 366-5225
Gr: K-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Eastern Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
528 Garford Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8011
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8011
Gr: K-4 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Ely Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
312 Gulf Rd
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8005
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8005
Gr: K-4 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Northwood Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
570 Abbe Rd N
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8016
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8016
Gr: 5-8 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #77.
Westwood Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
42350 Adelbert St
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8017
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8017
Gr: 5-8 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #88.
Black River Career Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2015 W River Rd N
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 324-1755
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 324-1755
Gr: 9-12 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #99.
Elyria High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 Middle Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8300
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,540 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #1010.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1215 Middle Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8007
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8007
Gr: PK-4 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #1111.
Eastern Heights Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
528 Garford Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8015
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8015
Gr: 5-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
42331 Griswold Rd
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8250
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8250
Gr: PK | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
44035, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
233 Bond St
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8001
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8001
Gr: 1-6 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
336 S Logan St
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8003
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8003
Gr: K-6 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Edison Special Needs School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1514 Lake Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 324-7932
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 324-7932
Gr: K-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
333 Naples Dr
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8006
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8006
Gr: PK-6 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
1215 Middle Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 323-1737
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 323-1737
Gr: PK | 27 students Minority enrollment: 43%
1300 Gulf Rd
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8120
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8120
Gr: 6-9 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
42101 Griswold Rd
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8000
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8000
Gr: K | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
620 E River St
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8009
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8009
Gr: K-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
925 Spruce St
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8010
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8010
Gr: 1-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
121 W River Rd N
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8012
Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 284-8012
Gr: 1-6 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44035, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44035, OH include Northwood Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School and Constellation Schools Elyria Community.
How many public schools are located in 44035?
12 public schools are located in 44035.
What percentage of students in 44035 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 44035 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44035?
44035 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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