For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 393 students in 44502, OH.
The top-ranked public high schools in 44502, OH are Youngstown Virtual Academy, Mahoning Valley Community School and Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 44502 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Ohio public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in 44502, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 44502 have a Graduation Rate of 48%, which is less than the Ohio average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Youngstown Virtual Academy, with 60-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Ohio or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 44502, OH Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Youngstown Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002
Gr: 6-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Mahoning Valley Community School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2026 South Ave
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 702-7890
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 702-7890
Gr: 7-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
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
Gr: 8-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: 4-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 44502, OH?
The top-ranked public high schools in 44502, OH include Youngstown Virtual Academy, Mahoning Valley Community School and Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown.
How many public high schools are located in 44502?
4 public high schools are located in 44502.
What is the racial composition of students in 44502?
44502 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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