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Best 44281 Ohio Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,902 students in 44281, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 683 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 44281, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44281, OH are Sharon Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Isham Memorial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44281 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44281, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 44281, OH Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sharon Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
6216 Ridge Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 239-1901
Gr: K-5 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Overlook Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
650 Broad St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1420
Gr: PK-4 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Isham Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
325 Sunset Blvd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1440
Gr: K-4 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Wadsworth Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
150 Silvercreek Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1410
Gr: 7-8 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Central Intermediate School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
151 Main St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1480
Gr: 5-6 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
625 Orchard St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1430
Gr: K-4 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #77.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
200 Takacs Dr
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1470
Gr: K-4 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #88.
Wadsworth High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
625 Broad St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,540 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #99.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
280 N Lyman St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1460
Gr: K-4 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #1010.
Wadsworth City School District Online Academy
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
524 Broad St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 336-3571
Gr: 8-12 | 4 students
Rank: n/an/a
Grizzly Academy
524 Broad St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 336-3571
Gr: K-5 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 44281, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44281, OH include Sharon Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Isham Memorial Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 44281?
11 public schools are located in 44281.
What percentage of students in 44281 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 44281 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44281?
44281 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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