For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 596 students in 44509, OH.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 44509, OH are Stambaugh Charter Academy and Summit Academy-youngstown. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 44509 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Ohio public charter school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 37% statewide average). Charter schools in 44509, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 44509, OH Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stambaugh Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2420 Donald Ave
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 792-4806
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 792-4806
Gr: K-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Summit Academy-youngstown
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
144 N Schenley Ave
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 259-0421
Youngstown, OH 44509
(330) 259-0421
Gr: K-7 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 44509, OH?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 44509, OH include Stambaugh Charter Academy and Summit Academy-youngstown.
How many public charter schools are located in 44509?
2 public charter schools are located in 44509.
What is the racial composition of students in 44509?
44509 public charter schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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