For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,056 students in 44281, OH (there are 4 private schools, serving 988 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 44281, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 44281, OH are Sharon Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44281 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44281, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 44281, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sharon Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6216 Ridge Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 239-1901
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 239-1901
Grades: K-5
| 666 students
Rank: #22.
Overlook Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
650 Broad St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1420
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1420
Grades: PK-4
| 399 students
Rank: #33.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Takacs Dr
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1470
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1470
Grades: K-4
| 248 students
Rank: #44.
Central Intermediate School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
151 Main St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1480
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1480
Grades: 5-6
| 584 students
Rank: #55.
Wadsworth Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 Silvercreek Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1410
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1410
Grades: 7-8
| 634 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Isham Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
325 Sunset Blvd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1440
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1440
Grades: K-4
| 354 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
625 Orchard St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1430
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1430
Grades: K-4
| 330 students
Rank: #88.
Wadsworth High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
625 Broad St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1400
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,591 students
Rank: #99.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
280 N Lyman St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1460
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1460
Grades: K-4
| 226 students
Rank: #1010.
Wadsworth City School District Online Academy
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
524 Broad St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 336-3571
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 336-3571
Grades: 8-12
| 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 44281, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 44281, OH include Sharon Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 44281?
11 public schools are located in 44281.
What percentage of students in 44281 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 44281 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44281?
44281 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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