For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 640 students in 44702, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 133 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 44702, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44702, OH are Choices Alternative School and Canton College Preparatory School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44702 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44702, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44702, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Choices Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
521 Tuscarawas St W
Canton, OH 44702
(330) 451-3300
Canton, OH 44702
(330) 451-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Canton College Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 Cleveland Ave Nw
Canton, OH 44702
(330) 455-0498
Canton, OH 44702
(330) 455-0498
Gr: K-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44702, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44702, OH include Choices Alternative School and Canton College Preparatory School.
How many public schools are located in 44702?
2 public schools are located in 44702.
What percentage of students in 44702 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 44702 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44702?
44702 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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