For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,769 students in 44721, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 120 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 44721, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44721, OH are Middlebranch Elementary School, Charles L Warstler Elementary School and Oakwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44721 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44721, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44721, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middlebranch Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7500 Middlebranch Ave Ne
Canton, OH 44721
(330) 491-3750
Canton, OH 44721
(330) 491-3750
Gr: K-4 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Charles L Warstler Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2500 Schneider St Ne
Canton, OH 44721
(330) 491-3770
Canton, OH 44721
(330) 491-3770
Gr: K-4 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Oakwood Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2300 Schneider St Ne
Canton, OH 44721
(330) 491-3790
Canton, OH 44721
(330) 491-3790
Gr: 7-8 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Glenoak High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Schneider St Ne
Canton, OH 44721
(330) 491-3800
Canton, OH 44721
(330) 491-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,086 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44721, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44721, OH include Middlebranch Elementary School, Charles L Warstler Elementary School and Oakwood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 44721?
4 public schools are located in 44721.
What percentage of students in 44721 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 44721 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44721?
44721 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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