For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,282 students in 44287, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 33 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 44287, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 44287, OH are Northwestern Elementary School, Northwestern Middle School and Northwestern High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44287 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44287, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 44287, OH Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7334 N Elyria Rd
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3519
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3519
Grades: PK-5
| 635 students
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7569 N Elyria Rd
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3974
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3974
Grades: 6-8
| 302 students
Rank: #33.
Northwestern High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7473 N Elyria Rd
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3833
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3833
Grades: 9-12
| 345 students
44287, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
99 E Buckeye St
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 853-4313
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 853-4313
Grades: K-5
| 289 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 44287, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 44287, OH include Northwestern Elementary School, Northwestern Middle School and Northwestern High School.
How many public schools are located in 44287, OH?
3 public schools are located in 44287, OH.
What percentage of students in 44287, OH go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 44287, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44287, OH?
44287, OH public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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