Best Schools in Mentor, Ohio
17 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 5 Other
Choosing a school in Mentor?
Use this page to compare every school in Mentor by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Mentor Exempted Village. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Fairfax Elementary School
Elementary · Mentor Exempted Village. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Bellflower Elementary School
Elementary · Mentor Exempted Village. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mentor for 2026 are Ridge Elementary School (8.2/10), Fairfax Elementary School (8.1/10), and Bellflower Elementary School (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
17
12 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$227,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
17
12 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$227,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 29% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Mentor schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Mentor
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 rated schools; 17 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridge Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Fairfax Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Bellflower Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Shore Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Memorial Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Mentor High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Hopkins Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Sterling Morton Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Orchard Hollow Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $85,881
- Median home value
- $227,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mentor compares
Ohio rank
#121 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Ohio avg (6.2)
Median household income
$86k
121% of Ohio median
Schools in this city
16
Mentor Exempted Village runs Mentor's public schools
12 public schools. Mentor Exempted Village is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Mentor is a Mentor Exempted Village school (12 of 12).
Among 9 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.2 to 8.2 — the spread is inside Mentor, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Mentor, Ohio
Mentor, Ohio is home to 17 schools, including 12 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Mentor show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Mentor is Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mentor is served by 1 school district: Mentor Exempted Village. These districts collectively serve 7,067 students.
Mentor's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,881. The poverty rate in the area is 5.5%.
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.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 681 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 2 | 324 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 | ||
| 3 | 469 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 4 | 471 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 | ||
| 5 | 296 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.2 | ||
| 6 | 376 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.2 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 313 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | St Gabriel SchoolPrivate 521 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 757 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 848 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,318 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Lake Catholic High SchoolPrivate 461 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 135 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 7.1 | ||
| 2 | 31 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.3 | ||
| 3 | 76 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Re-Education ServicesPrivate 76 students · 2nd–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Mentor Christian SchoolPrivate 247 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Mentor
Mentor, Ohio · 17 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,881
Median Home Value
$227,200
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
60,257
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Community Profile
Mentor has a median household income of $85,881. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $227,200, with a median rent of $1,156/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Ohio
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 5
Resources
School District
Other Major Cities in Ohio
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Mentor, Ohio
How many schools are in Mentor, Ohio?
Mentor has 17 schools, including 12 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mentor, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mentor is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Mentor, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Mentor on MySchoolScout is Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mentor, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mentor on MySchoolScout is Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Mentor, Ohio?
The top-ranked middle school in Mentor on MySchoolScout is Shore Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Mentor, Ohio?
The top-ranked high school in Mentor on MySchoolScout is Mentor High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Mentor, Ohio?
Mentor is served by 1 school district: Mentor Exempted Village.
What is the education level in Mentor, Ohio?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Mentor have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mentor, Ohio?
The median household income in Mentor is approximately $85,881 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Mentor, Ohio?
Yes, Mentor has 5 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Re-Education Services with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mentor, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mentor is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mentor, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.