For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,335 students in 44017, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 487 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 44017, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44017, OH are Grindstone Elementary School and Berea-midpark High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44017 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44017, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44017, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grindstone Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
191 Race St
Berea, OH 44017
(216) 898-8305
Berea, OH 44017
(216) 898-8305
Gr: PK-4 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Berea-midpark High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
165 E Bagley Rd
Berea, OH 44017
(216) 898-8900
Berea, OH 44017
(216) 898-8900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,694 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44017, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44017, OH include Grindstone Elementary School and Berea-midpark High School.
How many public schools are located in 44017?
2 public schools are located in 44017.
What percentage of students in 44017 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 44017 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44017?
44017 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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