For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 636 students in 44287, OH.
The top ranked public preschool in 44287, OH is Northwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 44287 have an average math proficiency score of 86% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 44287, OH have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44287, OH Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 86% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 636 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
44287, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
99 E Buckeye St
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 853-4313
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 853-4313
Gr: K-5 | 289 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 44287, OH?
The top ranked public preschools in 44287, OH include Northwestern Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 44287?
1 public preschools are located in 44287.
What is the racial composition of students in 44287?
44287 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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