For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,443 students in 44509, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in 44509, OH are Stambaugh Charter Academy, Summit Academy-youngstown and Chaney High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44509 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44509, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 44509, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stambaugh Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2420 Donald Ave
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 792-4806
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 792-4806
Gr: K-8 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Summit Academy-youngstown
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
144 N Schenley Ave
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 259-0421
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 259-0421
Gr: K-7 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Chaney High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
731 S Hazelwood Ave
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 744-8822
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 744-8822
Gr: 9-12 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Chaney Middle At Mcguffey
(Math: 6% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
310 S Schenley Ave
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 744-7999
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 744-7999
Gr: 6-8 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
44509, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
144 N Schenley Ave
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 259-0421
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 259-0421
Gr: K-8 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
2400 South Schenley
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 744-7996
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 744-7996
Gr: 6-8 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44509, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44509, OH include Stambaugh Charter Academy, Summit Academy-youngstown and Chaney High School.
How many public schools are located in 44509?
4 public schools are located in 44509.
What is the racial composition of students in 44509?
44509 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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