For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,957 students in 43202, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 434 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 43202, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43202, OH are Clinton Elementary School, Indianola Informal K-8 School and Dominion Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43202 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43202, OH have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43202, OH Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10 Clinton Heights Ave
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-6532
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-6532
Gr: K-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Indianola Informal K-8 School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
251 E Weber Rd
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-5579
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-5579
Gr: K-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Dominion Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 E Arcadia Ave
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-6020
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-6020
Gr: 6-8 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
43202, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
251 E Weber Rd
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-6014
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-6014
Gr: 6-8 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
1295 E Blake Ave
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-5842
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-5842
Gr: 6-12 | 31 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43202, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43202, OH include Clinton Elementary School, Indianola Informal K-8 School and Dominion Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 43202?
3 public schools are located in 43202.
What percentage of students in 43202 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 43202 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43202?
43202 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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