For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,414 students in 43229, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 43229, OH are Alpine Elementary School, Parkmoor Elementary School and Valley Forge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 43229 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 43229, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43229, OH Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alpine Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1590 Alpine Dr
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5359
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5359
Gr: PK-3 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Parkmoor Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1711 Penworth Dr
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5349
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5349
Gr: PK-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Valley Forge Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1321 Urban Dr
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5648
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5648
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Devonshire Alternative Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6286 Ambleside Dr
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5335
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5335
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Forest Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5535 Sandalwood Blvd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5337
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5337
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1040 Garvey Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5351
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5351
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
Northtowne Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4767 Northtowne Blvd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5488
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 365-5488
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
43229, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4656 Heaton Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 433-7510
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 433-7510
Gr: K-8 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Po Box 29645
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 523-2600
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 523-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students
1333 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 261-1200
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 261-1200
Gr: K-11 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
985 Mediterranean Ave
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 985-3428
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 985-3428
Gr: 9-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
2521 Fairwood Avenue, Suite 30
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 880-0714
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 880-0714
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 43229, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 43229, OH include Alpine Elementary School, Parkmoor Elementary School and Valley Forge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 43229?
7 public preschools are located in 43229.
What is the racial composition of students in 43229?
43229 public preschools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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