For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 925 students in 44287, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44287, OH are Northwestern Elementary School and Northwestern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 44287 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 44287, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44287, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7334 N Elyria Rd
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3519
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3519
Gr: PK-5 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7569 N Elyria Rd
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3974
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3974
Gr: 6-8 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
44287, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
99 E Buckeye St
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 853-4313
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 853-4313
Gr: K-5 | 289 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 44287, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 44287, OH include Northwestern Elementary School and Northwestern Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 44287?
2 public elementary schools are located in 44287.
What is the racial composition of students in 44287?
44287 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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