For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 2,398 students in 43227, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43227, OH are Patriot Preparatory Academy, Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy and Sherwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 43227 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 43227, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43227, OH Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patriot Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4938 Beatrice Dr
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
Gr: K-12 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Sherwood Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Shady Lane Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5393
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5393
Gr: 6-8 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: K-8 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Johnson Park Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1130 S Waverly St
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6501
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6501
Gr: 6-8 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
4841 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-8472
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-8472
Gr: 7-12 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 43227, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43227, OH include Patriot Preparatory Academy, Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy and Sherwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 43227?
6 public middle schools are located in 43227.
What is the racial composition of students in 43227?
43227 public middle schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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