For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,095 students in 44705, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44705, OH are Ransom H Barr Elementary School, Youtz Intermediate School and Gibbs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 44705 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 44705, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44705, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ransom H Barr Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2000 47th St Ne
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 491-3730
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 491-3730
Gr: K-4 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Youtz Intermediate School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Midway Ave Ne
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 452-7601
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 452-7601
Gr: 4-6 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Gibbs Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1320 Gibbs Ave Ne
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 456-1521
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 456-1521
Gr: K-3 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
East Branch Preparatory Academydbawright Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Superior Ave Ne
Canton, OH 44705
(234) 207-5455
Canton, OH 44705
(234) 207-5455
Gr: K-8 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
44705, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2701 Coventry Blvd Ne
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 456-3167
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 456-3167
Gr: K-5 | 97 students Minority enrollment: 51%
1500 Superior Ave Ne
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 451-2050
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 451-2050
Gr: K-5 | 140 students
3000 Columbus Rd Ne
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 452-7453
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 452-7453
Gr: 5-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
1220 9th St Ne
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 588-8420
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 588-8420
Gr: PK | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
1220 9th St Ne
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 452-2072
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 452-2072
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 44705, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44705, OH include Ransom H Barr Elementary School, Youtz Intermediate School and Gibbs Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 44705?
4 public elementary schools are located in 44705.
What is the racial composition of students in 44705?
44705 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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