For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 642 students in 44281, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44281, OH are Wadsworth Middle School and Wadsworth City School District Online Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 44281 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 44281, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44281, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wadsworth Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 Silvercreek Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1410
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1410
Gr: 7-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: 8-12 | 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 44281, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44281, OH include Wadsworth Middle School and Wadsworth City School District Online Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 44281?
2 public middle schools are located in 44281.
What is the racial composition of students in 44281?
44281 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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