Best 44420 Ohio Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 847 students in 44420, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44420, OH are Prospect Elementary School and Girard Intermediate Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 44420 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 60% statewide average). Elementary schools in 44420, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).

Best 44420, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prospect Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
700 E Prospect St
Girard, OH 44420
(330) 545-3854
Gr: K-3 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Girard Intermediate Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
702 E Prospect St
Girard, OH 44420
(330) 545-5219
Gr: 4-6 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 44420, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44420, OH include Prospect Elementary School and Girard Intermediate Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 44420?
2 public elementary schools are located in 44420.
What is the racial composition of students in 44420?
44420 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).

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