For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,183 students in 44231, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 117 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 44231, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44231, OH are James A Garfield High School, James A Garfield Elementary School and James A Garfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44231 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44231, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 44231, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James A Garfield High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10233 State Route 88
Garrettsville, OH 44231
(330) 527-4341
Garrettsville, OH 44231
(330) 527-4341
Gr: 9-12 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
James A Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10207 State Route 88
Garrettsville, OH 44231
(330) 527-2184
Garrettsville, OH 44231
(330) 527-2184
Gr: PK-6 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
James A Garfield Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10231 State Route 88
Garrettsville, OH 44231
(330) 527-2151
Garrettsville, OH 44231
(330) 527-2151
Gr: 7-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
44231, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8233 Park Ave
Garrettsville, OH 44231
(330) 527-7436
Garrettsville, OH 44231
(330) 527-7436
Gr: 5-6 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44231, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44231, OH include James A Garfield High School, James A Garfield Elementary School and James A Garfield Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 44231?
3 public schools are located in 44231.
What percentage of students in 44231 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 44231 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44231?
44231 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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