- Lake Primary School — Grades K–1 · 423 students
- Lake Middle / High School — Grades 7–12 · 1,655 students
- Lake Elementary School — Grades 2–6 · 1,223 students
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Ohio School District Income Tax
No district income tax| Metric | Lake Local School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 3,371 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 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 | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Local School District (this district) | 9/10 | 89th | 3,371 |
| Southeast Local School District | 3/10 | 25th | 1,243 |
| North Canton City School District | 9/10 | 85th | 4,419 |
| West Branch Local School District | 9/10 | 80th | 1,781 |
🔢 The proficiency data for this district
Not ranked — no current rating for this district 38th percentile → 4/10.
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 Lake Local School District
Lake Local School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 44632 in Lake, Ohio. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 44632. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Lake Local School District 9 out of 10 — top-tier 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.
Lake Local School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Ohio on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 44632 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 44632
Children in zip code 44632 are assigned to Lake Local School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 44632, 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 Lake Local School District at (330)877-9383. 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 Hartville
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Lake Local School District serves zip code 44632, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 44632. 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 Lake Local 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 44632.
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 Lake Local School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 44632 data.