4.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lorain, Ohio

27 schools · 16 Elementary · 5 Middle · 4 High · 2 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 26

Private: 1

Districts: 9

Avg Rating: 4.6/10

Estimated Scores: 8%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.6/10
Median household income: $48,078
Median home value: $129,733
Bachelor's degree or higher: 14%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 56%

How Lorain compares

Ohio rank

#424 of 442

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.6

below Ohio avg (6.2)

Median household income

$48k

68% of Ohio median

Schools in this city

26

About Schools in Lorain, Ohio

Lorain, Ohio is home to 27 schools, including 26 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 16 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 10, schools in Lorain show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Lorain is Lorain High School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lorain is served by 9 school districts. These districts collectively serve 9,318 students.

Lorain's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,078. The poverty rate in the area is 26.8%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (27) Elementary (16) Middle (5) High (4)

Filter by Type: All Types (27) Public (26) Private (1)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (27) Academics (27) Growth (24) Diversity (24) Resources (26)

Filter by ZIP: 44052 (16) 44055 (8) 44053 (3)

Elementary Schools

16 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Frank Jacinto Elementary 307 students · Pre-K–5th	307	Pre-K–5th	6.3
2	Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy 270 students · Kindergarten–8th	270	Kindergarten–8th	5.6
3	Summit Academy Community School Alternative Learners-Lorain 75 students · Kindergarten–8th	75	Kindergarten–8th	5.5
4	Admiral King Elementary School 268 students · Pre-K–5th	268	Pre-K–5th	4.5
5	Garfield Elementary School 237 students · Pre-K–5th	237	Pre-K–5th	4.3
6	Vincent Elementary School 479 students · Kindergarten–4th	479	Kindergarten–4th	4.1
7	Larkmoor Elementary School 450 students · Pre-K–5th	450	Pre-K–5th	3.9
8	Hawthorne Elementary School 222 students · Pre-K–5th	222	Pre-K–5th	3.7
9	Helen Steiner Rice ES 284 students · Pre-K–5th	284	Pre-K–5th	3.5
10	Palm Elementary School 298 students · Pre-K–5th	298	Pre-K–5th	3.4
11	Toni Wofford Morrison ES 300 students · Pre-K–5th	300	Pre-K–5th	3.4
12	Washington Elementary School 289 students · Pre-K–5th	289	Pre-K–5th	3.3
13	Stevan Dohanos Elementary School 285 students · Pre-K–5th	285	Pre-K–5th	2.9
14	Lorain Preparatory Academy 457 students · Kindergarten–8th	457	Kindergarten–8th	2.8
15	Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Elementary 121 students · Kindergarten–4th	121	Kindergarten–4th	2.1
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ST PETER SCHOOL Private 304 students · Pre-K–8th	304	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	General Johnnie Wilson Middle School 446 students · 6th–8th	446	6th–8th	6.7
2	Southview Middle School 418 students · 6th–8th	418	6th–8th	5.1
3	Longfellow Middle School 349 students · 6th–8th	349	6th–8th	4.4
4	Durling Middle School 447 students · 5th–8th	447	5th–8th	4.4
5	Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Middle 106 students · 5th–8th	106	5th–8th	2.7

High Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lorain High School 1,784 students · 9th–12th	1,784	9th–12th	6.9
2	New Beginnings 121 students · 9th–12th	121	9th–12th	6.9
3	Clearview High School 340 students · 9th–12th	340	9th–12th	6.2
4	Clearview Local Schools 31 students · 6th–12th	31	6th–12th	5.4

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Horizon Science Academy Lorain 815 students · Kindergarten–12th	815	Kindergarten–12th	4.8
2	Lorain Preparatory High School 119 students · 9th–11th	119	9th–11th	—

Schools in Lorain

Lorain, Ohio · 27 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes

Median Income

$48,078

Median Home Value

$129,733

Median Rent

$838/mo

Population

69,194

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

56%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

26.8%

Community Profile

Lorain has a median household income of $48,078. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $129,733, with a median rent of $838/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Ohio
Total Schools: 27
Elementary: 16
Middle: 5
High: 4
Districts: 9
Avg Rating: 4.6/10

Resources

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School Districts (9)

Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Elementary

1 school · 121 students

Summit Academy Community School Alternative Learners-Lorain

1 school · 75 students

Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Middle

1 school · 106 students

Lorain Preparatory Academy

1 school · 457 students

Horizon Science Academy Lorain

1 school · 815 students

Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy

1 school · 270 students

Lorain City

15 schools · 6,058 students

Clearview Local

4 schools · 1,297 students

Lorain Preparatory High School

1 school · 119 students

Nearby Cities

Sheffield Lake (2 schools)

4 mi

Sheffield Village (5 schools)

Avon Lake (7 schools)

9 mi

Oberlin (7 schools)

10 mi

North Ridgeville (8 schools)

9 mi

Grafton (8 schools)

11 mi

Vermilion (5 schools)

Bay Village (5 schools)

12 mi

Westlake (12 schools)

13 mi

Olmsted (1 school)

13 mi

Other Major Cities in Ohio

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lorain, Ohio

How many schools are in Lorain, Ohio?

Lorain has 27 schools, including 26 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Lorain, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lorain is 4.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Lorain, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Lorain on MySchoolScout is Lorain High School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lorain, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lorain on MySchoolScout is St Peter School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Lorain, Ohio?

The top-ranked middle school in Lorain on MySchoolScout is General Johnnie Wilson Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best high school in Lorain, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Lorain on MySchoolScout is Lorain High School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

How many school districts serve Lorain, Ohio?

Lorain is served by 9 school districts: Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Elementary, Summit Academy Community School Alternative Learners-lorain, Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Middle, Lorain Preparatory Academy, Horizon Science Academy Lorain, Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy, Lorain City, Clearview Local, Lorain Preparatory High School.

What is the education level in Lorain, Ohio?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in Lorain have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lorain, Ohio?

The median household income in Lorain is approximately $48,078 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Lorain, Ohio?

Yes, Lorain has 1 private school alongside 26 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Peter School with a score of 6.8/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lorain, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lorain is 21.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lorain, Ohio?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.