For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,896 students in 44060, OH (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,754 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 44060, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44060, OH are Hopkins Elementary School, Orchard Hollow Elementary School and Bellflower Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44060 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44060, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44060, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hopkins Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7565 Hopkins Rd
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-6179
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-6179
Gr: K-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Orchard Hollow Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8700 Hendricks Rd
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 257-5955
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 257-5955
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Bellflower Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6655 Reynolds Rd
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-4212
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-4212
Gr: K-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Sterling Morton Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9292 Jordan Dr
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 257-5954
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 257-5954
Gr: K-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Memorial Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8979 Mentor Ave
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 974-2250
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 974-2250
Gr: 6-8 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7860 Johnnycake Ridge Rd
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-7813
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-7813
Gr: K-5 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #77.
Fairfax Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6465 Curtiss Ct
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-7223
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-7223
Gr: K-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #88.
Mentor High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6477 Center St
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 974-5300
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 974-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,217 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #99.
Shore Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5670 Hopkins Rd
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-4444
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-4444
Gr: 6-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #1010.
Lake Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7625 Pinehurst Dr
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 257-5953
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 257-5953
Gr: K-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Cardinal Autism Resource And Education School (Cares)
Special Education School
5028 Forest Rd
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 257-5951
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 257-5951
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
7090 Hopkins Rd
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-4444
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 255-4444
Gr: PK | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
6477 Center St
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 974-5300
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 974-5300
Gr: PK | 38 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44060, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44060, OH include Hopkins Elementary School, Orchard Hollow Elementary School and Bellflower Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 44060?
13 public schools are located in 44060.
What percentage of students in 44060 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 44060 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44060?
44060 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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