- Powers Elementary School — Grades PK–3 · 1,104 students
- Walter G. Nord Middle School — Grades 4–5 · 556 students
- Amherst Junior High School — Grades 6–8 · 859 students
- Marion L Steele High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,014 students
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Ohio School District Income Tax
No district income tax| Metric | Amherst Exempted Village School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 3,564 | 3,700 | ≈ Near average |
| Number of Schools | 4 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Exempted Village School District (this district) | 7/10 | 66th | 3,564 |
| Lorain City School District | 1/10 | 1st | 5,935 |
| Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City School District | 4/10 | 35th | 1,576 |
| Keystone Local School District | 5/10 | 40th | 1,454 |
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Ranked against 604 rated districts in OH → 66th percentile → 7/10.
Source: Ohio Dept. of Education & Workforce, Ohio State Tests grades 3–8 ELA & Math, Proficient or above, 2024–25 school year (enrollment-weighted across grades). Full methodology →
About Amherst Exempted Village School District
Zip code 44053 in Amherst, Ohio is served by Amherst Exempted Village School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 6th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Amherst Exempted Village School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Amherst Exempted Village School District 7 out of 10 — above average among Ohio public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Ohio’s State Tests grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Ohio is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Amherst Exempted Village School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Ohio. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 44053
Children in zip code 44053 are assigned to Amherst Exempted Village School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 6th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 44053, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Amherst Exempted Village School District at (440)988-4406 or visit www.amherstk12.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Ohio districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Lorain
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Amherst Exempted Village School District serves zip code 44053, homes in and around zip code 44053 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Ohio, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Amherst Exempted Village School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 44053.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Amherst Exempted Village School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 44053 data.