Best Schools in Plain, Ohio
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Canaan Middle School
Middle · Jonathan Alder Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$419,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$419,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Plain
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canaan Middle School | 7.8 / 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $129,196
- Median home value
- $419,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 55%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Plain compares
Median household income
$129k
181% of Ohio median
About Schools in Plain, Ohio
Plain, Ohio is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Plain perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Plain is Canaan Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Plain is served by 1 school district: Jonathan Alder Local. These districts collectively serve 2,273 students.
Plain's community shows 55% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $129,196. The poverty rate in the area is 2.6%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 352 students · 5th–6th | 7.8 |
Schools in Plain
Plain, Ohio · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$129,196
Median Home Value
$419,300
Median Rent
$1,395/mo
Population
17,829
College Educated
55%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Community Profile
Plain has a median household income of $129,196. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $419,300, with a median rent of $1,395/month. The local poverty rate of 2.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Plain, Ohio
How many schools are in Plain, Ohio?
Plain has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Plain, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Plain is 7.8 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 Plain, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Plain on MySchoolScout is Canaan Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Plain, Ohio?
The top-ranked middle school in Plain on MySchoolScout is Canaan Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Plain, Ohio?
Plain is served by 1 school district: Jonathan Alder Local.
What is the education level in Plain, Ohio?
According to Census data, 55% of adults in Plain have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Plain, Ohio?
The median household income in Plain is approximately $129,196 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Plain, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Plain is 19.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Plain, 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.