For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 656 students in 44408, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44408, OH are South Side Middle School and Crestview Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 44408 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 44408, OH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44408, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Side Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
720 Columbiana Waterford Rd
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-5354
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-5354
Gr: 5-8 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Crestview Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
44100 Crestview Rd Ste C
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-4648
Columbiana, OH 44408
(330) 482-4648
Gr: 5-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 44408, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44408, OH include South Side Middle School and Crestview Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 44408?
2 public middle schools are located in 44408.
What is the racial composition of students in 44408?
44408 public middle schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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