For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,023 students in 44502, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 117 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 44502, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44502, OH are Youngstown Community School, Youngstown Virtual Academy and Taft Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44502 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44502, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44502, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Youngstown Community School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
50 Essex St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 746-2240
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 746-2240
Gr: K-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Youngstown Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002
Gr: 6-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Taft Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
730 E Avondale Ave
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-7973
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-7973
Gr: K-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Mahoning Valley Community School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2026 South Ave
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 702-7890
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 702-7890
Gr: 7-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Shady Run Rd
Youngstown, OH 44502
(234) 228-8235
Youngstown, OH 44502
(234) 228-8235
Gr: 8-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Wilson Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2725 Gibson St
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002
Youngstown, OH 44502
(330) 744-8002
Gr: 4-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44502, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44502, OH include Youngstown Community School, Youngstown Virtual Academy and Taft Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 44502?
6 public schools are located in 44502.
What percentage of students in 44502 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 44502 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44502?
44502 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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