For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 976 students in 44677, OH.
The top-ranked public high schools in 44677, OH are Smithville High School and Liberty Preparatory School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 44677 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Ohio public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in 44677, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 44677 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Ohio average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Smithville High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Ohio or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public high school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 44677, OH Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithville High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Smithie Drive
Smithville, OH 44677
(330) 669-3165
Smithville, OH 44677
(330) 669-3165
Gr: 9-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
243 N Milton St
Smithville, OH 44677
(330) 669-0055
Smithville, OH 44677
(330) 669-0055
Gr: 10-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Wayne County Schools Career Center
Vocational School
518 W Prospect St
Smithville, OH 44677
(330) 669-7000
Smithville, OH 44677
(330) 669-7000
Gr: 7-12 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
44677, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
156 N Milton St
Smithville, OH 44677
(330) 669-3501
Smithville, OH 44677
(330) 669-3501
Gr: K-4 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 44677, OH?
The top-ranked public high schools in 44677, OH include Smithville High School and Liberty Preparatory School.
How many public high schools are located in 44677?
3 public high schools are located in 44677.
What is the racial composition of students in 44677?
44677 public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public high schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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