Best Schools in Youngstown, Ohio
50 schools · 26 Elementary · 9 Middle · 13 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Youngstown?
Use this page to compare every school in Youngstown 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.
Potential Development Program School of Autism
Other. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Austintown Elementary School
Elementary · Austintown Local Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Stadium Drive Elementary School
Elementary · Boardman Local. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Youngstown for 2026 are Potential Development Program School of Autism (8.8/10), Austintown Elementary School (8.7/10), and Stadium Drive Elementary School (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 48 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
50
38 public · 12 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$90,350
home value · ACS
Districts
14
serving the city
Schools
50
38 public · 12 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$90,350
home value · ACS
Districts
14
serving the city
Rates 8.7/10 despite 68% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 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 Youngstown schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Youngstown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (48 of 50). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Potential Development Program School of Autism | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Austintown Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Stadium Drive Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | West Boulevard Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Austintown Intermediate School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Akiva Academy | 8.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Volney Rogers School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Cardinal Mooney High School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Boardman Glenwood Junior High | 7.8 / 10 |
| 10 | St Christine Elementary 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $39,760
- Median home value
- $90,350
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 53%
34% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Youngstown compares
Ohio rank
#344 of 442
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Ohio avg (6.4)
Median household income
$40k
56% of Ohio median
Schools in this city
50
About Schools in Youngstown, Ohio
Youngstown, Ohio has 38 ranked public schools spanning a wide performance range, giving parents real choices but requiring careful research. The city's schools average 5.6 out of 10, which reflects a mixed landscape — strong options exist alongside schools that trail significantly behind state benchmarks. Understanding where individual schools fall within that range matters more than the average alone.
The top performers are concentrated at the high school level. Mahoning County High School leads the city with a score of 7.7 out of 10, followed closely by Fitch High School at 7.5 and Boardman High School at 7.3. Choffin Career Center and Summit Academy Secondary round out the upper tier, both scoring above 7.0. Altogether, seven schools — 18% of ranked public schools in the city — reach that 7-or-above threshold, meaning families targeting high-performing options have a defined but limited pool to consider. Choffin's presence in that group is notable for families interested in career and technical education as a serious academic path.
The performance gap between the top tier and the city average of 5.6 is meaningful. Parents comparing schools across Youngstown should treat that gap as a signal to look closely at individual school data rather than assuming neighborhood proximity equals quality. Boardman and Fitch draw from the broader Mahoning County area, so boundary eligibility and open enrollment policies are worth investigating early in the search process.
Practically speaking, parents researching Youngstown schools should prioritize schools scoring 7.0 or above if academic performance is the primary filter — that group represents the clearest separation from the city average. For families with specific career-track interests, Choffin Career Center offers a distinct pathway within the high-performing tier. Given the range across all 38 ranked schools, verifying current enrollment options, transportation access, and any magnet or specialty program availability will make the difference between a good shortlist and a great one.
Elementary Schools
26 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 986 students · Pre-K–2nd | 8.7 |
| 2 | 348 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 8.6 |
| 3 | 433 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 8.3 |
| 4 | 931 students · 3rd–5th | 8.2 |
| 5 | 332 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 6 | 353 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 7.2 |
| 7 | 118 students · Kindergarten–7th | 6.6 |
| 8 | 173 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 |
| 9 | 344 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 10 | 380 students · Pre-K–3rd | 6.3 |
Show all 26 elementary schools in Youngstown
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 573 students · 7th–8th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | 833 students · 4th–6th | 7.5 | ||
| 3 | 380 students · 5th–8th | 5.9 | ||
| 4 | 962 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 | ||
| 5 | 252 students · 6th–8th | 3.8 | ||
| 6 | 331 students · 6th–8th | 3.2 | ||
| 7 | 230 students · 4th–6th | 3.1 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Acld SchoolPrivate 61 students · 2nd–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 59 students · 3rd–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 108 students · 7th–12th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 1,230 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
| 3 | 1,089 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 4 | 281 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
| 5 | 51 students · 11th–12th | 5.4 |
| 6 | 524 students · 7th–12th | 4.9 |
| 7 | 99 students · 8th–12th | 4.6 |
| 8 | 576 students · 9th–12th | 3.4 |
| 9 | 575 students · 9th–12th | 3.1 |
| 10 | 75 students · 5th–12th | 3.1 |
Show all 13 high schools in Youngstown
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 95 students · 3rd–12th | 6.2 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 185 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Youngstown
Youngstown, Ohio · 50 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 12 ZIP codes
Median Income
$39,760
Median Home Value
$90,350
Median Rent
$724/mo
Population
154,764
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
33.6%
Community Profile
Youngstown has a median household income of $39,760. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $90,350, with a median rent of $724/month. The area has a poverty rate of 33.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Ohio
- Elementary
- 26
- Middle
- 9
- High
- 13
- Other
- 2
Resources
School Districts (14)
Youngstown Community School
1 school · 368 students
Summit Academy-Youngstown
1 school · 118 students
Stambaugh Charter Academy
1 school · 497 students
Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown
1 school · 99 students
Youngstown Academy of Excellence
1 school · 255 students
Mahoning County High School
1 school · 108 students
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown
1 school · 388 students
Southside Academy
1 school · 173 students
Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown
1 school · 316 students
Youngstown Preparatory Academy
1 school · 112 students
Youngstown City
15 schools · 4,455 students
Austintown Local Schools
4 schools · 4,109 students
Boardman Local
7 schools · 3,649 students
Liberty Local
4 schools · 1,159 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 Youngstown, Ohio
How many schools are in Youngstown, Ohio?
Youngstown has 50 schools, including 38 public and 12 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Youngstown, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Youngstown is 5.9 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 Youngstown, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Youngstown on MySchoolScout is Potential Development Program School of Autism with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Youngstown, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in Youngstown on MySchoolScout is Austintown Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Youngstown, Ohio?
The top-ranked middle school in Youngstown on MySchoolScout is Boardman Glenwood Junior High with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Youngstown, Ohio?
The top-ranked high school in Youngstown on MySchoolScout is Cardinal Mooney High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Youngstown, Ohio?
Youngstown is served by 14 school districts: Youngstown Community School, Summit Academy-youngstown, Stambaugh Charter Academy, Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown, Youngstown Academy of Excellence, Mahoning County High School, Horizon Science Academy Youngstown, Southside Academy, Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown, Youngstown Preparatory Academy, Youngstown City, Austintown Local Schools, Boardman Local, Liberty Local.
What is the education level in Youngstown, Ohio?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Youngstown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Youngstown, Ohio?
The median household income in Youngstown is approximately $39,760 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Youngstown, Ohio?
Yes, Youngstown has 12 private schools alongside 38 public schools. The top-rated private school is Potential Development Program School of Autism with a score of 8.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Youngstown, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Youngstown is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Youngstown, 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.