Best 44231 Ohio Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,185 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 44231, OH Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James A Garfield High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10233 State Route 88
Garrettsville, OH 44231
(330) 527-4341
Gr: 9-12 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
James A Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
10207 State Route 88
Garrettsville, OH 44231
(330) 527-2184
Gr: PK-6 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
James A Garfield Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
10231 State Route 88
Garrettsville, OH 44231
(330) 527-2151
Gr: 7-8 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 44231, OH?
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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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