Lorain County Schools & Education
Lorain County, Ohio
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
51/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
88.5%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
88.5%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,861
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,994
School Score
51/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 54/100
State Score Position
#50
of 88 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Lorain County
Measured School Summary
Lorain County performs at an average level with a school score of 51/100 and a solid graduation rate of 88.5%.
Funding Context
At $7,861 per pupil, Lorain County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 5% below the Ohio average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 2% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Lorain 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
90 public schools and 26 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
51/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #50 of 88 Ohio counties with school score data.
Completion
88.5%
0.2 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,861
$133 below the state average
School coverage
90
26 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
Lorain County has 90 public schools across 26 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 Lorain 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.
Large multi-district county
Lorain County has many school records across many districts. County averages are only the opening screen; neighborhood-level assignment and grade-band fit matter more here.
State position
#50
of 88 Ohio counties with school score data. The county score is 3 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.
Lorain City
Elementary to high school visible
5,935 students
16 listed schools in this county slice.
Elyria City Schools
Elementary to high school visible
5,804 students
10 listed schools in this county slice.
Avon Local
Elementary to high school visible
4,583 students
5 listed schools in this county slice.
North Ridgeville City
Elementary to high school visible
4,510 students
5 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Lorain City is the largest listed district slice, with 16 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 Lorain County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Lorain 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 Lorain 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 Massive Network of 90 Schools
Lorain County supports a diverse student body of 43,377 through 90 schools across 26 districts. The landscape includes 43 elementary schools and 19 high schools, plus 11 charter schools representing 12.2% of total options.
Efficient Suburban Education
The county maintains an 88.5% graduation rate, slightly exceeding the state average of 88.3%. With a $7,861 per-pupil expenditure, Lorain County provides a solid return on investment for its expansive suburban population.
High-Volume Urban and Suburban Districts
Lorain City and Elyria City Schools lead the county, collectively serving nearly 12,000 students. North Ridgeville City also makes an impact, hosting the county's largest single school, the Academic Center, with 1,878 students.
A Suburban Powerhouse with Urban Pockets
With 65 suburban and 9 city schools, the county offers a wide variety of learning environments. Schools average 487 students, but facilities like North Ridgeville High and Lorain High offer large-scale campus experiences.
School Overview
Total Schools
90
in Lorain County
Reported Enrollment
43,377
90 schools reporting
School Districts
26
districts
Charter Schools
11
12% of total
School Level Breakdown
26 School Districts in Lorain County
Lorain City
GuideElyria City Schools
GuideAvon Local
GuideNorth Ridgeville City
GuideAmherst Exempted Village
GuideAvon Lake City
GuideMidview Local
Firelands Local
Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City
Keystone Local
90 Public Schools in Lorain County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 11 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 90 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Ridgeville Academic Center | Profile | North Ridgeville City | North Ridgeville, 44039Suburb: Large | 3–8 | Middle | 1,878 |
| Lorain High School | Profile | Lorain City | Lorain, 44052Suburb: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 1,722 |
| Elyria High School | Profile | Elyria City Schools | Elyria, 44035City: Small | 9–12 | High | 1,639 |
| Avon High School | Profile | Avon Local | Avon, 44011Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,456 |
| North Ridgeville High School | Profile | North Ridgeville City | North Ridgeville, 44039Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,268 |
| William R Burton | Profile | Lorain County JVS | Oberlin, 44074Rural: Fringe | 8–12 | Vocational | 1,239 |
| Avon Lake High School | Profile | Avon Lake City | Avon Lake, 44012Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,152 |
| Powers Elementary School | Profile | Amherst Exempted Village | Amherst, 44001Suburb: Midsize | PK–3 | Primary | 1,123 |
| Avon Middle School | Profile | Avon Local | Avon, 44011Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,084 |
| Marion L Steele High School | Profile | Amherst Exempted Village | Amherst, 44001Suburb: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 1,039 |
| Avon Heritage Elementary School | Profile | Avon Local | Avon, 44011Suburb: Large | 3–5 | Primary | 972 |
| Amherst Junior High School | Record | Amherst Exempted Village | Amherst, 44001Suburb: Midsize | 6–8 | Middle | 867 |
| Horizon Science Academy Lorain | Record | Horizon Science Academy Lorain | Lorain, 44052Suburb: Midsize | KG–12 | Charter | 829 |
| Firelands Elementary School | Record | Firelands Local | Oberlin, 44074Rural: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 783 |
| Midview High School | Record | Midview Local | Grafton, 44044Suburb: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 767 |
| Keystone Elementary School | Record | Keystone Local | Lagrange, 44050Rural: Fringe | KG–5 | Primary | 654 |
| Avon East Elementary School | Record | Avon Local | Avon, 44011Suburb: Large | KG–2 | Primary | 644 |
| Liberty Elementary School | Record | North Ridgeville City | North Ridgeville, 44039Suburb: Large | 1–2 | Primary | 591 |
| Eastern Heights Middle School | Record | Elyria City Schools | Elyria, 44035City: Small | 5–8 | Middle | 579 |
| Northwood Middle School | Record | Elyria City Schools | Elyria, 44035City: Small | 5–8 | Middle | 564 |
North Ridgeville Academic Center
North Ridgeville City
North Ridgeville, 44039 / Suburb: Large
Lorain High School
Lorain City
Lorain, 44052 / Suburb: Midsize
Elyria High School
Elyria City Schools
Elyria, 44035 / City: Small
Avon High School
Avon Local
Avon, 44011 / Suburb: Large
North Ridgeville High School
North Ridgeville City
North Ridgeville, 44039 / Suburb: Large
William R Burton
Lorain County JVS
Oberlin, 44074 / Rural: Fringe
Avon Lake High School
Avon Lake City
Avon Lake, 44012 / Suburb: Large
Powers Elementary School
Amherst Exempted Village
Amherst, 44001 / Suburb: Midsize
Avon Middle School
Avon Local
Avon, 44011 / Suburb: Large
Marion L Steele High School
Amherst Exempted Village
Amherst, 44001 / Suburb: Midsize
Avon Heritage Elementary School
Avon Local
Avon, 44011 / Suburb: Large
Amherst Junior High School
Amherst Exempted Village
Amherst, 44001 / Suburb: Midsize
Horizon Science Academy Lorain
Horizon Science Academy Lorain
Lorain, 44052 / Suburb: Midsize
Firelands Elementary School
Firelands Local
Oberlin, 44074 / Rural: Fringe
Keystone Elementary School
Keystone Local
Lagrange, 44050 / Rural: Fringe
Liberty Elementary School
North Ridgeville City
North Ridgeville, 44039 / Suburb: Large
Eastern Heights Middle School
Elyria City Schools
Elyria, 44035 / City: Small
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,861
State avg $7,994
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Schools in Lorain County, Ohio — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Lorain County, Ohio?
Lorain County supports a diverse student body of 43,377 through 90 schools across 26 districts. The landscape includes 43 elementary schools and 19 high schools, plus 11 charter schools representing 12.2% of total options.
How do schools in Lorain County perform academically?
The county maintains an 88.5% graduation rate, slightly exceeding the state average of 88.3%. With a $7,861 per-pupil expenditure, Lorain County provides a solid return on investment for its expansive suburban population.
What are the major school districts in Lorain County, Ohio?
Lorain City and Elyria City Schools lead the county, collectively serving nearly 12,000 students. North Ridgeville City also makes an impact, hosting the county's largest single school, the Academic Center, with 1,878 students.
What is the school experience like in Lorain County?
With 65 suburban and 9 city schools, the county offers a wide variety of learning environments. Schools average 487 students, but facilities like North Ridgeville High and Lorain High offer large-scale campus experiences.
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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.