For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 545 students in 44502, OH.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 44502, OH are Youngstown Community School, Mahoning Valley Community School and Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 44502 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Ohio public charter school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 37% statewide average). Charter schools in 44502, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 44502, OH Public Charter 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.
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: #33.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 44502, OH?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 44502, OH include Youngstown Community School, Mahoning Valley Community School and Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown.
How many public charter schools are located in 44502?
3 public charter schools are located in 44502.
What is the racial composition of students in 44502?
44502 public charter schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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