- North Royalton Middle School — 0.8 mi · Grades 5–8 · 1,205 students
- North Royalton High School — 0.9 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,401 students
- North Royalton Elementary School — 1.6 mi · Grades PK–4 · 1,519 students
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Ohio School District Income Tax
No district income tax| Metric | North Royalton City School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 3,762 | 3,544 | ≈ Near average |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,771/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 16% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Royalton City School District (this district) | 9/10 | 80th | 3,762 |
| Strongsville City School District | 9/10 | 83rd | 5,695 |
| Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District | 10/10 | 96th | 3,752 |
| Highland Local School District | 10/10 | 97th | 3,370 |
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Ranked against 604 rated districts in OH → 80th percentile → 9/10.
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 North Royalton City School District
Zip code 44133 in North Royalton, Ohio is served by North Royalton City School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of North Royalton City School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
North Royalton City School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 9/10, placing it in the top-tier tier. 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.
North Royalton City 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 44133 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 44133
Children in zip code 44133 are assigned to North Royalton City 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 44133, 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 North Royalton City School District at (440)237-8800 or visit www.northroyaltonsd.org/. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. 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 North Royalton
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because North Royalton City School District serves zip code 44133, homes in and around zip code 44133 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 North Royalton City 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 44133.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with North Royalton City School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 44133 data.