For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
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
Gr: 6-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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
Gr: 9-12 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
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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