Columbiana County Schools & Education
Columbiana County, Ohio
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
45/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,678
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,994
School Score
45/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#66
of 88 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Columbiana County
Measured School Summary
Columbiana County performs at an average level with a school score of 45/100 and a solid graduation rate of 87.0%.
Funding Context
At $7,678 per pupil, Columbiana County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 17% below the Ohio average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 1.3 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 4% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Columbiana County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
39 public schools and 14 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
45/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #66 of 88 Ohio counties with school score data.
Completion
87.0%
1.3 pts below the state average
Funding context
$7,678
$316 below the state average
School coverage
39
14 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Columbiana County has 39 public schools across 14 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Columbiana County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Mixed school landscape
Columbiana County has enough school-level records to compare the local mix, but no single county metric should be treated as the answer. Use district shape, grade span, and data coverage together.
State position
#66
of 88 Ohio counties with school score data. The county score is 9 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
East Liverpool City
Elementary to high school visible
1,941 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
Salem City
Elementary to high school visible
1,934 students
5 listed schools in this county slice.
Beaver Local
Elementary to high school visible
1,684 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
Crestview Local
Elementary to high school visible
1,198 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
East Liverpool City is the largest listed district slice, with 6 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Columbiana County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Columbiana County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Columbiana County, Ohio
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
A Broad Network of Community Schools
Columbiana County supports 13,620 students through a large network of 39 public schools across 14 districts. The system is well-distributed with 13 elementary, 9 middle, and 13 high schools. This high number of districts reflects a commitment to maintaining localized, community-based education for all residents.
Spotlighting Salem and East Liverpool
East Liverpool City and Salem City are the two primary districts, serving 1,941 and 1,934 students respectively. The county also features two charter schools, including the Buckeye On-Line School for Success, which represents about 5% of the local school choices. Beaver Local also remains a major player with high enrollment in its elementary and middle schools.
Small Schools in a Town Setting
With 24 schools in towns and 15 in rural areas, the county offers a distinctly non-urban educational experience. The average school size is quite small at only 349 students, facilitating more personalized attention for learners. Even the largest elementary schools, like Beaver Local, keep enrollment around 638 students.
School Overview
Total Schools
39
in Columbiana County
Reported Enrollment
13,620
39 schools reporting
School Districts
14
districts
Charter Schools
2
5% of total
School Level Breakdown
14 School Districts in Columbiana County
East Liverpool City
Salem City
Beaver Local
Crestview Local
United Local
Columbiana Exempted Village
East Palestine City
Southern Local
Lisbon Exempted Village
Wellsville Local
39 Public Schools in Columbiana County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 39 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Local Elementary School | Record | Beaver Local | East Liverpool, 43920Rural: Fringe | PK–4 | Primary | 638 |
| Salem High School | Record | Salem City | Salem, 44460Town: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 638 |
| United High School | Record | United Local | Hanoverton, 44423Rural: Distant | 6–12 | High | 597 |
| Buckeye On-Line School for Success | Record | Buckeye On-Line School for Success | East Liverpool, 43920Town: Fringe | KG–12 | CharterVirtual | 584 |
| Beaver Local Middle School | Record | Beaver Local | East Liverpool, 43920Rural: Fringe | 5–8 | Middle | 555 |
| East Liverpool High School | Record | East Liverpool City | East Liverpool, 43920Town: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 536 |
| Beaver Local High School | Record | Beaver Local | East Liverpool, 43920Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 491 |
| United Elementary School | Record | United Local | Hanoverton, 44423Rural: Distant | KG–5 | Primary | 487 |
| Crestview Elementary School | Record | Crestview Local | Columbiana, 44408Rural: Fringe | KG–4 | Primary | 456 |
| East Palestine Elementary School | Record | East Palestine City | East Palestine, 44413Town: Fringe | PK–4 | Primary | 441 |
| Buckeye Elementary School | Record | Salem City | Salem, 44460Town: Fringe | KG–2 | Primary | 431 |
| Southern Local Jr/Sr High School | Record | Southern Local | Salineville, 43945Rural: Distant | 6–12 | High | 429 |
| North Elementary School | Record | East Liverpool City | East Liverpool, 43920Town: Fringe | KG–4 | Primary | 407 |
| Joshua Dixon Elementary School | Record | Columbiana Exempted Village | Columbiana, 44408Town: Fringe | PK–4 | Primary | 402 |
| David Anderson Jr/Sr High School | Record | Lisbon Exempted Village | Lisbon, 44432Town: Distant | 6–12 | High | 392 |
| Crestview Middle School | Record | Crestview Local | Columbiana, 44408Rural: Fringe | 5–8 | Middle | 391 |
| Southern Local Elementary School | Record | Southern Local | Salineville, 43945Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 384 |
| McKinley Elementary School | Record | Lisbon Exempted Village | Lisbon, 44432Town: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 355 |
| Crestview High School | Record | Crestview Local | Columbiana, 44408Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 351 |
| Lacroft Elementary School | Record | East Liverpool City | East Liverpool, 43920Town: Fringe | KG–4 | Primary | 346 |
Beaver Local Elementary School
Beaver Local
East Liverpool, 43920 / Rural: Fringe
Buckeye On-Line School for Success
Buckeye On-Line School for Success
East Liverpool, 43920 / Town: Fringe
Beaver Local Middle School
Beaver Local
East Liverpool, 43920 / Rural: Fringe
East Liverpool High School
East Liverpool City
East Liverpool, 43920 / Town: Fringe
Crestview Elementary School
Crestview Local
Columbiana, 44408 / Rural: Fringe
East Palestine Elementary School
East Palestine City
East Palestine, 44413 / Town: Fringe
Southern Local Jr/Sr High School
Southern Local
Salineville, 43945 / Rural: Distant
North Elementary School
East Liverpool City
East Liverpool, 43920 / Town: Fringe
Joshua Dixon Elementary School
Columbiana Exempted Village
Columbiana, 44408 / Town: Fringe
David Anderson Jr/Sr High School
Lisbon Exempted Village
Lisbon, 44432 / Town: Distant
Southern Local Elementary School
Southern Local
Salineville, 43945 / Rural: Distant
McKinley Elementary School
Lisbon Exempted Village
Lisbon, 44432 / Town: Distant
Lacroft Elementary School
East Liverpool City
East Liverpool, 43920 / Town: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,678
State avg $7,994
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Schools in Columbiana County, Ohio — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Columbiana County, Ohio?
Columbiana County supports 13,620 students through a large network of 39 public schools across 14 districts. The system is well-distributed with 13 elementary, 9 middle, and 13 high schools. This high number of districts reflects a commitment to maintaining localized, community-based education for all residents.
What are the major school districts in Columbiana County, Ohio?
East Liverpool City and Salem City are the two primary districts, serving 1,941 and 1,934 students respectively. The county also features two charter schools, including the Buckeye On-Line School for Success, which represents about 5% of the local school choices. Beaver Local also remains a major player with high enrollment in its elementary and middle schools.
What is the school experience like in Columbiana County?
With 24 schools in towns and 15 in rural areas, the county offers a distinctly non-urban educational experience. The average school size is quite small at only 349 students, facilitating more personalized attention for learners. Even the largest elementary schools, like Beaver Local, keep enrollment around 638 students.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.