Best Public Schools in 44502 (Youngstown, OH) (2025-26)

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Best 44502 Ohio Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 921 students in 44502, OH (there are , serving 156 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 44502, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).

The top ranked public schools in 44502, OH are Youngstown Community School, Youngstown Virtual Academy and Taft Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 44502 have an score of 17% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and score of 19% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44502, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.

Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).

Best 44502, OH Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Youngstown Community School

Charter School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
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50 Essex St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 746-2240

Gr: K-8 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Rank: #22.

Youngstown Virtual Academy

(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-29%)
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2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002

Gr: 5-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

Rank: #33.

Taft Elementary School

(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
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730 E Avondale Ave
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-7973

Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Rank: #44.

Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown

Charter School

(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
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2800 Shady Run Rd
Youngstown, OH 44502
(234) 228-8235

Gr: 8-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Rank: #55.

Wilson Alternative School

(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
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2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002

Gr: 3-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 44502 Ohio

44502, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Adams Junior High School (Closed 2010)

2537 Cooper St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8955

Jackson Elementary School (Closed 2008)

767 Mabel St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-7656

Gr: 5-6 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 82%

Mahoning County High School (Closed 2024)

Charter School

2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 702-7890

Gr: 7-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

Mahoning Valley Opportunity Center (Closed 2018)

496 Glenwood Ave
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-7656

Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Wilson Middle School (Closed 2010)

2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8525

Gr: 6-7 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 44502, OH?

The top ranked public schools in 44502, OH include Youngstown Community School, Youngstown Virtual Academy and Taft Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 44502?

5 public schools are located in 44502.

What percentage of students in 44502 go to public school?

86% of all K-12 students in 44502 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).

What is the racial composition of students in 44502?

44502 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).