For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,823 students in 44281, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 44281, OH are Sharon Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Isham Memorial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 44281 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 44281, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44281, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sharon Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6216 Ridge Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 239-1901
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 239-1901
Gr: K-5 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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
Gr: PK-4 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Isham Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
325 Sunset Blvd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1440
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1440
Gr: K-4 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Central Intermediate School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
151 Main St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1480
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1480
Gr: 5-6 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
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
Gr: K-4 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Takacs Dr
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1470
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1470
Gr: K-4 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
280 N Lyman St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1460
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1460
Gr: K-4 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
524 Broad St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 336-3571
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 336-3571
Gr: K-4 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 44281, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 44281, OH include Sharon Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Isham Memorial Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 44281?
8 public elementary schools are located in 44281.
What is the racial composition of students in 44281?
44281 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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