For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 295 students in 44301, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44301, OH are Main Preparatory Academy and Aps Online. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 44301 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 44301, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44301, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Main Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1035 Clay St
Akron, OH 44301
(234) 738-1925
Akron, OH 44301
(234) 738-1925
Gr: K-7 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Aps Online
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
65 Steiner Ave
Akron, OH 44301
(330) 761-2718
Akron, OH 44301
(330) 761-2718
Gr: 3-12 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 192:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 44301, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44301, OH include Main Preparatory Academy and Aps Online.
How many public middle schools are located in 44301?
2 public middle schools are located in 44301.
What is the racial composition of students in 44301?
44301 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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