For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,836 students in 44052, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 44052, OH are Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School, Larkmoor Elementary School and Hawthorne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 44052 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 44052, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44052, OH Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1830 40th St
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 960-7008
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 960-7008
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Larkmoor Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Nebraska
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 288-3203
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 288-3203
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
610 W 20th St
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 246-1080
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 246-1080
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Admiral King Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
720 Washington Ave
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 245-6315
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 245-6315
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1025 W 23rd St
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 246-2187
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 246-2187
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Frank Jacinto Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2515 Marshall Ave
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 960-5800
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 960-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
44052, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1800 Cleveland Blvd
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 288-0188
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 288-0188
Gr: PK-6 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
2600 Ashland Ave
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 282-2288
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 282-2288
Gr: 9-12 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
2600 Ashland Ave
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 282-8599
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 282-8599
Gr: 9-12 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
1949 Broadway
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 204-3124
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 204-3124
Gr: PK
401 Broadway Ave Suite 101
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 204-1095
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 204-1095
Gr: 2-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
602 Washington Ave
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 244-0200
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 244-0200
Gr: 7-8 | 920 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Summit Academy School - Lorain (Closed 2023)
Charter School
346 Illinois Ave
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 288-0448
Lorain, OH 44052
(440) 288-0448
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 44052, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 44052, OH include Toni Wofford Morrison Elementary School, Larkmoor Elementary School and Hawthorne Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 44052?
6 public preschools are located in 44052.
What is the racial composition of students in 44052?
44052 public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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