For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,269 students in 44035, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 44035 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 44035, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 44035, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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.
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: #99.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 44035, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44035, OH include Northwood Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School and Constellation Schools Elyria Community.
How many public elementary schools are located in 44035?
9 public elementary schools are located in 44035.
What is the racial composition of students in 44035?
44035 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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