For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 921 students in 44502, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 156 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 44502, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 44502, OH are Youngstown Community School, Youngstown Virtual Academy and Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44502 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44502, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 44502, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Youngstown Community School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
50 Essex St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 746-2240
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 746-2240
Grades: K-8
| 368 students
Rank: #22.
Youngstown Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002
Grades: 5-12
| 75 students
Rank: #33.
Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Shady Run Rd
Youngstown, OH 44502
(234) 228-8235
Youngstown, OH 44502
(234) 228-8235
Grades: 8-12
| 99 students
Rank: #44.
Taft Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
730 E Avondale Ave
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-7973
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-7973
Grades: PK-5
| 284 students
Rank: #55.
Wilson Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002
Grades: 3-12
| 95 students
44502, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2537 Cooper St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8955
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8955
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
767 Mabel St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-7656
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-7656
Grades: 5-6
| 206 students
Mahoning County High School (Closed 2024)
Charter School
2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 702-7890
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 702-7890
Grades: 7-12
| 108 students
496 Glenwood Ave
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-7656
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-7656
Grades: 9-12
| 68 students
2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8525
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8525
Grades: 6-7
| 296 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 44502, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 44502, OH include Youngstown Community School, Youngstown Virtual Academy and Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown.
How many public schools are located in 44502?
5 public schools are located in 44502.
What percentage of students in 44502 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 44502 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44502?
44502 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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