For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,297 students in 44217, OH.
The top ranked public schools in 44217, OH are Norwayne Elementary School, Norwayne Middle School and Norwayne High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44217 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44217, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 44217, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norwayne Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
286 S. Main Street
Creston, OH 44217
(330) 435-6383
Creston, OH 44217
(330) 435-6383
Grades: K-5
| 567 students
Rank: #22.
Norwayne Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
350 S Main St
Creston, OH 44217
(330) 435-1195
Creston, OH 44217
(330) 435-1195
Grades: 6-8
| 313 students
Rank: #33.
Norwayne High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 S Main St
Creston, OH 44217
(330) 435-6384
Creston, OH 44217
(330) 435-6384
Grades: 9-12
| 417 students
Rank: n/an/a
350 S Main St
Creston, OH 44217
(330) 435-1161
Creston, OH 44217
(330) 435-1161
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 44217, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 44217, OH include Norwayne Elementary School, Norwayne Middle School and Norwayne High School.
How many public schools are located in 44217?
4 public schools are located in 44217.
What is the racial composition of students in 44217?
44217 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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