Best 44287 Ohio Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 289 students in 44287, OH.
The top-ranked public middle school in 44287, OH is Northwestern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 44287 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 44287, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).

Best 44287, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7569 N Elyria Rd
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3974
Gr: 6-8 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
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44287, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
99 E Buckeye St
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 853-4313
Gr: K-5 | 289 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 44287, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44287, OH include Northwestern Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 44287?
1 public middle schools are located in 44287.
What is the racial composition of students in 44287?
44287 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).

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