For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,134 students in 44055, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in 44055, OH are Vincent Elementary School, Helen Steiner Rice Elementary School and Palm Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44055 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44055, 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 Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44055, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vincent Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2303 N Ridge Rd E
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 233-7113
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 233-7113
Gr: K-4 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Helen Steiner Rice Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4500 Tacoma Ave
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 240-1220
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 240-1220
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Palm Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2319 E 34th St
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-1240
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-1240
Gr: PK-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 W 31st St
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 246-1114
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 246-1114
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Stevan Dohanos Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1625 E 32nd St
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-1008
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 277-1008
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Southview Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2321 Fairless Dr
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 830-4280
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 830-4280
Gr: 6-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Lorain Preparatory High School
Charter School
2702 Elyria Ave
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 201-3876
Lorain, OH 44055
(440) 201-3876
Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44055, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44055, OH include Vincent Elementary School, Helen Steiner Rice Elementary School and Palm Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 44055?
7 public schools are located in 44055.
What is the racial composition of students in 44055?
44055 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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