For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,136 students in 43227, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 43227, OH are Shady Lane Elementary School, Scottwood Elementary School and Leawood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 43227 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 43227, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43227, OH Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shady Lane Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1444 Shady Lane Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5391
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5391
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Scottwood Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3392 Scottwood Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6507
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6507
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Leawood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 43227, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 43227, OH include Shady Lane Elementary School, Scottwood Elementary School and Leawood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 43227?
3 public preschools are located in 43227.
What is the racial composition of students in 43227?
43227 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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