Best Schools in Warren, Ohio
24 schools · 13 Elementary · 2 Middle · 8 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Warren?
Use this page to compare every school in Warren by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Champion Middle School
Middle · Champion Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lordstown Elementary School
Elementary · Lordstown Local. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Warren for 2026 are Champion Middle School (8.4/10), Lordstown Elementary School (8.3/10), and John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 20 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
24
21 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$125,225
home value · ACS
Districts
9
serving the city
Schools
24
21 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$125,225
home value · ACS
Districts
9
serving the city
Rates 8.4/10 despite 43% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.0 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 Warren schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Warren
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (20 of 24). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Champion Middle School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Lordstown Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus | 8.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Mines Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Lordstown High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Howland Middle School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Champion Central Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Holy Trinity Orthodox Christian Academy & Preschoo | 7.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Champion High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Summit Academy Community School-warren | 6.5 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $52,517
- Median home value
- $125,225
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Warren compares
Ohio rank
#315 of 442
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Ohio avg (6.4)
Median household income
$53k
74% of Ohio median
Schools in this city
24
About Schools in Warren, Ohio
Warren, Ohio has 21 ranked public schools, giving parents a real spread to evaluate. The city averages 6.0 out of 10 across all ranked schools — a middle-of-the-road baseline that masks meaningful gaps between the top and bottom of the list. Five schools, or 24% of all ranked schools, clear the 7.0 threshold, so stronger options exist but require deliberate search.
The performance leaders cluster in two districts. Lordstown High School tops the city at 8.2 out of 10 — the highest-ranked school in Warren. Lordstown Elementary scores 7.9, putting the Lordstown district above average at every level it serves. Champion schools run a close second: Champion Central Elementary also scores 7.9, and Champion Middle School scores 7.6, giving families in that district solid continuity from elementary through middle. For high schoolers with career or technical interests, Trumbull Career & Technical Center scores 7.6 — a strong option outside the traditional high school track.
Outside the top five, the remaining 16 schools land at or below the 6.0 city average. That gap between the top quartile and the rest is wide enough to matter when choosing where to live or which enrollment options to pursue. The highest-performing schools sit in smaller neighboring districts rather than in Warren's core district, so physical address is a real factor here. Parents should check whether open enrollment or inter-district transfer policies apply before ruling out Lordstown or Champion.
The practical read: Lordstown and Champion are the strongest districts, and families with access to either should prioritize them. Trumbull Career & Tech adds a differentiated path for high schoolers. For parents zoned to lower-scoring schools, researching open enrollment and charter alternatives is worth the effort — 24% of Warren-area schools scoring 7 or above means quality is available, just not the default. Use the school-level scores and grade-band breakdowns on each profile page to match the right fit to your child's age and stage.
Elementary Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 225 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.3 |
| 2 | 330 students · 3rd–5th | 7.8 |
| 3 | 456 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.0 |
| 4 | 101 students · Kindergarten–7th | 6.5 |
| 5 | 250 students · Pre-K–1st | 6.3 |
| 6 | 830 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.9 |
| 7 | 371 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.8 |
| 8 | 764 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.6 |
| 9 | 1,000 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.5 |
| 10 | 746 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.1 |
Show all 13 elementary schools in Warren
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 392 students · 5th–8th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 726 students · 5th–8th | 7.2 |
High Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 178 students · 7th–12th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 416 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | 738 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 | ||
| 4 | 74 students · 8th–12th | 5.6 | ||
| 5 | 920 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 | ||
| 6 | 1,174 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 | ||
| 7 | 180 students · 9th–12th | 2.2 | ||
| 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 | 309 students · 6th–12th | 8.1 | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 56 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.4 |
Schools in Warren
Warren, Ohio · 24 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$52,517
Median Home Value
$125,225
Median Rent
$798/mo
Population
72,717
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Community Profile
Warren has a median household income of $52,517. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $125,225, with a median rent of $798/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Ohio
- Elementary
- 13
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 8
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (9)
River Gate High School
1 school · 180 students
Summit Academy Alternative LearnersWarren Middle & Secondary
1 school · 74 students
Summit Academy Community School-Warren
1 school · 101 students
STEAM Academy of Warren
1 school · 371 students
Warren City
6 schools · 4,570 students
Champion Local
3 schools · 1,264 students
Howland Local
5 schools · 2,389 students
Lordstown Local
2 schools · 403 students
Trumbull Career & Tech Ctr
1 school · 920 students
Nearby Cities
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 Warren, Ohio
How many schools are in Warren, Ohio?
Warren has 24 schools, including 21 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Warren, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Warren is 6.1 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 Warren, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Warren on MySchoolScout is Champion Middle School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Warren, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in Warren on MySchoolScout is Lordstown Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Warren, Ohio?
The top-ranked middle school in Warren on MySchoolScout is Champion Middle School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best high school in Warren, Ohio?
The top-ranked high school in Warren on MySchoolScout is John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Warren, Ohio?
Warren is served by 9 school districts: River Gate High School, Summit Academy Alternative Learnerswarren Middle & Secondary, Summit Academy Community School-warren, Steam Academy of Warren, Warren City, Champion Local, Howland Local, Lordstown Local, Trumbull Career & Tech Ctr.
What is the education level in Warren, Ohio?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Warren have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Warren, Ohio?
The median household income in Warren is approximately $52,517 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Warren, Ohio?
Yes, Warren has 3 private schools alongside 21 public schools. The top-rated private school is John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus with a score of 8.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Warren, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Warren is 17.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Warren, 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.