For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 931 students in 44705, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44705, OH are Crenshaw Middle School and East Branch Preparatory Academydbawright Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 44705 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 44705, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44705, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crenshaw Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2525 19th St Ne
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 454-7717
Canton, OH 44705
(330) 454-7717
Gr: 6-8 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
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 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 44705, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44705, OH include Crenshaw Middle School and East Branch Preparatory Academydbawright Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 44705?
2 public middle schools are located in 44705.
What is the racial composition of students in 44705?
44705 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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