For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,823 students in 44281, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44281, OH are Sharon Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Isham Memorial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 44281 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 44281, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44281, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sharon Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6216 Ridge Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 239-1901
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 239-1901
Gr: K-5 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Overlook Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
650 Broad St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1420
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1420
Gr: PK-4 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Isham Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
325 Sunset Blvd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1440
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1440
Gr: K-4 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Central Intermediate School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
151 Main St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1480
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1480
Gr: 5-6 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
625 Orchard St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1430
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1430
Gr: K-4 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Takacs Dr
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1470
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1470
Gr: K-4 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
280 N Lyman St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1460
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1460
Gr: K-4 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
524 Broad St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 336-3571
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 336-3571
Gr: K-4 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 44281, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44281, OH include Sharon Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Isham Memorial Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 44281?
8 public elementary schools are located in 44281.
What is the racial composition of students in 44281?
44281 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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