For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 1,530 students in 44103, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44103, OH are Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School, East Preparatory Academy and University Of Cleveland Preparatory School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 44103 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 44103, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44103, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6100 S Marginal Rd
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 432-9940
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 432-9940
Gr: K-8 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
East Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4129 Superior Ave
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 539-0595
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 539-0595
Gr: K-8 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
University Of Cleveland Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1906 E 40th St
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 361-9720
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 361-9720
Gr: K-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
George Washington Carver
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2200 E 55th St
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 838-1450
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 838-1450
Gr: PK-8 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Wade Park
(Math: 4% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7600 Wade Park Ave
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 838-1750
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 838-1750
Gr: PK-8 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #66.
Mary B Martin School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8200 Brookline Ave
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 838-1600
Cleveland, OH 44103
(216) 838-1600
Gr: PK-9 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 44103, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44103, OH include Horizon Science Academy-cleveland Middle School, East Preparatory Academy and University Of Cleveland Preparatory School.
How many public middle schools are located in 44103?
6 public middle schools are located in 44103.
What is the racial composition of students in 44103?
44103 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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