For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,434 students in 43227, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,418 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 43227, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 43227, OH are Patriot Preparatory Academy, Shady Lane Elementary School and Scottwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43227 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Ohio public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43227, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 43227, OH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Patriot Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4938 Beatrice Dr
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
Grades: K-12
| 729 students
Rank: #22.
Shady Lane Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1444 Shady Lane Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5391
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5391
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Rank: #33.
Scottwood Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3392 Scottwood Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6507
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6507
Grades: PK-5
| 472 students
Rank: #44.
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3474 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 324-4585
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 324-4585
Grades: K-8
| 333 students
Rank: #55.
Leawood Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1677 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6504
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6504
Grades: PK-5
| 297 students
Rank: #66.
Sherwood Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Shady Lane Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5393
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5393
Grades: 6-8
| 436 students
Rank: #77.
Walnut Ridge High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4841 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5400
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5400
Grades: 9-12
| 727 students
Rank: #88.
Mason Run High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
923 S James Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 362-7540
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 362-7540
Grades: 9-12
| 139 students
Rank: #99.
Renaissance Academy Dba Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Aca
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1555 Elaine Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 235-1900
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 235-1900
Grades: K-8
| 76 students
Rank: #1010.
Johnson Park Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1130 S Waverly St
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6501
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6501
Grades: 6-8
| 331 students
Rank: n/an/a
4841 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-8472
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-8472
Grades: K-12
| 527 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 43227, OH?
The top ranked public schools in 43227, OH include Patriot Preparatory Academy, Shady Lane Elementary School and Scottwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 43227?
11 public schools are located in 43227.
What percentage of students in 43227 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 43227 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43227?
43227 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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