For the 2025 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 (2025)
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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