For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,195 students in 44055, OH.
The top ranked public schools in 44055, OH are Vincent Elementary School, Helen Steiner Rice Elementary School and Palm Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44055 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44055, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 44055, OH Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vincent Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2303 N Ridge Rd E
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 233-7113
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 233-7113
Gr: K-4 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Helen Steiner Rice Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4500 Tacoma Ave
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 240-1220
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 240-1220
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Palm Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2319 E 34th St
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-1240
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-1240
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 W 31st St
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 246-1114
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 246-1114
Gr: PK-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Stevan Dohanos Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1625 E 32nd St
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-1008
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-1008
Gr: PK-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Southview Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2321 Fairless Dr
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 830-4280
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 830-4280
Gr: 6-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
Summit Academy Community School Alternative Learners-lorain
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2140 E 36th St
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-4110
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-4110
Gr: K-8 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Lorain Preparatory High School
Charter School
2702 Elyria Ave
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 201-3876
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 201-3876
Gr: 9-11 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
44055, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2500 Goble Dr
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-5156
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-5156
Gr: PK-6 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
1600 E 31st St
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-8186
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-8186
Gr: PK-2 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
2270 E 42nd St
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-7506
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-7506
Gr: 9-12 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
2270 East 42nd St
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-7912
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-7912
Gr: 9-12
2270 E 42nd St
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-0107
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-0107
Gr: 9-12 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 44055, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 44055, OH include Vincent Elementary School, Helen Steiner Rice Elementary School and Palm Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 44055?
8 public schools are located in 44055.
What is the racial composition of students in 44055?
44055 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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