For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,402 students in 44203, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44203, OH are Norton Middle School, Barberton Middle School and Barberton Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 44203 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 44203, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44203, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norton Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4108 S Cleveland Massillon Rd
Barberton, OH 44203
(330) 825-5607
Barberton, OH 44203
(330) 825-5607
Gr: 5-8 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Barberton Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
477 4th St Nw
Barberton, OH 44203
(330) 745-9950
Barberton, OH 44203
(330) 745-9950
Gr: 5-8 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Barberton Virtual Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
633 Brady Ave
Barberton, OH 44203
(330) 753-1025
Barberton, OH 44203
(330) 753-1025
Gr: 5-8 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 44203, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 44203, OH include Norton Middle School, Barberton Middle School and Barberton Virtual Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 44203?
3 public middle schools are located in 44203.
What is the racial composition of students in 44203?
44203 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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