For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,612 students in 44001, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 248 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 44001, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 44001, OH are Walter G. Nord Middle School, Powers Elementary School and Marion L Steele High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44001 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44001, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 44001, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walter G. Nord Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 Lincoln St
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 988-4441
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 988-4441
Grades: 4-5
| 551 students
Rank: #22.
Powers Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
393 S Lake St
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 988-8670
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 988-8670
Grades: PK-3
| 1,140 students
Rank: #33.
Marion L Steele High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
450 Washington St
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 988-4433
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 988-4433
Grades: 9-12
| 1,065 students
Rank: #44.
Amherst Junior High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
548 Milan Ave
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 988-0324
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 988-0324
Grades: 6-8
| 856 students
44001, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
393 S Lake St
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 984-2496
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 984-2496
Grades: 3-5
| 530 students
600 Shupe Ave
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 988-4090
Amherst, OH 44001
(440) 988-4090
Grades: PK-1
| 549 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 44001, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 44001, OH include Walter G. Nord Middle School, Powers Elementary School and Marion L Steele High School.
How many public schools are located in 44001?
4 public schools are located in 44001.
What percentage of students in 44001 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 44001 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44001?
44001 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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