For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 642 students in 44281, OH.
The top ranked public middle schools in 44281, OH are Wadsworth Middle School and Wadsworth City School District Online Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 44281 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 44281, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44281, OH Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wadsworth Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 Silvercreek Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1410
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 335-1410
Grades: 7-8
| 634 students
Rank: #22.
Wadsworth City School District Online Academy
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
524 Broad St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 336-3571
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 336-3571
Grades: 8-12
| 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 44281, OH?
The top ranked public middle schools in 44281, OH include Wadsworth Middle School and Wadsworth City School District Online Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 44281?
2 public middle schools are located in 44281.
What is the racial composition of students in 44281?
44281 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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