For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 926 students in 43211, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43211, OH are Linden-mckinley Stem Academy and North Columbus Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 43211 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 43211, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43211, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Linden-mckinley Stem Academy
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1320 Duxberry Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 365-5583
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 365-5583
Gr: 7-12 | 795 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
North Columbus Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1965 Gladstone Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 745-8375
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 745-8375
Gr: K-8 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 43211, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43211, OH include Linden-mckinley Stem Academy and North Columbus Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 43211?
2 public middle schools are located in 43211.
What is the racial composition of students in 43211?
43211 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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