For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,643 students in 44054, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 137 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 44054, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44054, OH are Forestlawn Early Learning Center, Brookside Middle School and Brookside Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44054 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44054, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44054, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forestlawn Early Learning Center
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3975 Forestlawn Ave
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 949-4238
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 949-4238
Gr: PK-K | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Brookside Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1662 Harris Rd
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 949-4228
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 949-4228
Gr: 7-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Brookside Intermediate School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1812 Harris Rd
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 949-4233
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 949-4233
Gr: 3-6 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Brookside High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1662 Harris Rd
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 949-4220
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 949-4220
Gr: 9-12 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
4975 Oster Rd
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 949-4234
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 949-4234
Gr: 1-2 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Sheffield Academy
Charter School
2180 Lake Breeze Rd
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 201-3875
Sheffield Lake, OH 44054
(440) 201-3875
Gr: K-7 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44054, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44054, OH include Forestlawn Early Learning Center, Brookside Middle School and Brookside Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 44054?
6 public schools are located in 44054.
What percentage of students in 44054 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 44054 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44054?
44054 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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