For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 880 students in 44217, OH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 44217, OH are Norwayne Elementary School and Norwayne Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 44217 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 44217, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44217, OH Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norwayne Elementary School
(Math: 82% | 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: 80% | 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: 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 elementary schools in 44217, OH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 44217, OH include Norwayne Elementary School and Norwayne Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 44217?
3 public elementary schools are located in 44217.
What is the racial composition of students in 44217?
44217 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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