For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,929 students in 44118, OH (there are , serving 3,305 private students). 47% of all K-12 students in 44118, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44118, OH are Fairfax Elementary School, Canterbury Elementary School and Boulevard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44118 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44118, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 44118, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairfax Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3150 Fairfax Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7480
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7480
Gr: K-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Canterbury Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2530 Canterbury Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7470
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7470
Gr: K-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Boulevard Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1749 Lee Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7140
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7140
Gr: K-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Gearity Professional Development School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2323 Wrenford Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-6515
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-6515
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Cleveland Heights High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13263 Cedar Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7100
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,636 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Tiger Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14780 Superior Rd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 320-2005
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 320-2005
Gr: 6-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
44118, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bellefaire (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
22001 Fairmount Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 932-2800
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 932-2800
Gr: 6-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
2843 Washington Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7110
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7110
Gr: K-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
2181 Miramar Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7270
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-7270
Gr: 6-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44118, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44118, OH include Fairfax Elementary School, Canterbury Elementary School and Boulevard Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 44118?
6 public schools are located in 44118.
What percentage of students in 44118 go to public school?
47% of all K-12 students in 44118 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44118?
44118 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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