For the 2024-25 school year, there are 75 public charter schools serving 21,139 students in Columbus, OH.
The top ranked public charter schools in Columbus, OH are Columbus Preparatory Academy, Arts & College Preparatory Academy and Midnimo Cross Cultural Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Columbus, OH public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Ohio public charter school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% statewide average). Charter schools in Columbus have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Columbus, OH (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Columbus Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3330 Chippewa St
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 275-3600
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 275-3600
Grades: K-12
| 841 students
Rank: #22.
Arts & College Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4401 Hilton Corporate Dr
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 986-9974
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 986-9974
Grades: 7-12
| 483 students
Rank: #33.
Midnimo Cross Cultural Community School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1567 Loretta Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 261-7480
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 261-7480
Grades: 6-8
| 134 students
Rank: #44.
Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2775 Cleveland Ave
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 206-2169
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 206-2169
Grades: K-3
| 119 students
Rank: #55.
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2521 Fairwood Ave
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 880-0714
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 880-0714
Grades: 9-12
| 38 students
Rank: #66.
United Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
617 W State St
Columbus, OH 43215
(877) 644-6338
Columbus, OH 43215
(877) 644-6338
Grades: K-5
| 268 students
Rank: #77.
International Academy Of Columbus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2439 Fuji Dr
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 794-0643
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 794-0643
Grades: K-8
| 306 students
Rank: #88.
Cesar Chavez College Preparatory School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Mock Rd
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 294-3020
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 294-3020
Grades: K-5
| 318 students
Rank: #99.
Oakstone Community School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5747 Cleveland Ave
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 865-3413
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 865-3413
Grades: K-12
| 232 students
Rank: #1010.
Horizon Science Academy Columbus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1070 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 846-7616
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 846-7616
Grades: 9-12
| 502 students
Rank: #1111.
Patriot Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
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
| 711 students
Rank: #1212.
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1880 E Dublin Granville Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 547-0920
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 547-0920
Grades: K-8
| 654 students
Rank: #1313.
Columbus Humanities Arts And Technology Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1333 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 261-1200
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 261-1200
Grades: K-8
| 630 students
Rank: #1414.
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 Dana Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 545-9570
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 545-9570
Grades: 6-8
| 251 students
Rank: #1515.
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3220 Groveport Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 986-0116
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 986-0116
Grades: K-8
| 277 students
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Central High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
840 W State St
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 362-7530
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 362-7530
Grades: 9-12
| 118 students
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Road To Success Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1634 Minnesota Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 636-4101
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 636-4101
Grades: 9-11
| 75 students
Rank: #1818.
North Woods Career Prep High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 E Dublin Granville Rd Ste
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 891-9041
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 891-9041
Grades: 9-12
| 119 students
Rank: #1919.
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2835 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 475-4585
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 475-4585
Grades: 3-5
| 396 students
Rank: #2020.
Westside Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4330 Clime Rd North
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 272-9392
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 272-9392
Grades: K-8
| 311 students
Rank: #2121.
Capital High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
640 Harrisburg Pike
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 626-6775
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 626-6775
Grades: 9-11
| 103 students
Rank: #2222.
Columbus Performance Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
274 E 1st Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 318-0720
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 318-0720
Grades: K-8
| 176 students
Rank: #2323.
Columbus Collegiate Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1469 E Main St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 299-5284
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 299-5284
Grades: 6-8
| 240 students
Rank: #2424.
South Scioto Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Winslow Dr
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 445-7684
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 445-7684
Grades: K-8
| 202 students
Rank: #2525.
Noble Academy-columbus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1329 Bethel Rd
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 326-0687
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 326-0687
Grades: K-8
| 285 students
Rank: #2626.
Educational Academy For Boys & Girls
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
35 Midland Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 351-1774
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 351-1774
Grades: K-5
| 143 students
Rank: #2727.
Kipp Columbus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Inspire Drive
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 263-6137
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 263-6137
Grades: K-12
| 1,920 students
Rank: #2828.
United Preparatory Academy East
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
31 N 17th St
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 586-1228
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 586-1228
Grades: K-5
| 284 students
Rank: #2929.
Charles School At Ohio Dominican University
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1270 Brentnell Ave
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 258-8588
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 258-8588
Grades: 9-12
| 301 students
Rank: #3030.
Zenith Academy East
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2261 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 577-0997
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 577-0997
Grades: K-8
| 310 students
Rank: #3131.
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
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
| 323 students
Rank: #32 - 3332. - 33.
Eagle Charter Schools Of Ohio
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
873 Walcutt Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(202) 459-6850
Columbus, OH 43219
(202) 459-6850
Grades: K-6
| 99 students
Rank: #32 - 3332. - 33.
Summit Academy Community School-columbus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2521 Fairwood Ave Ste 100
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 237-5497
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 237-5497
Grades: K-5
| 29 students
Rank: #3434.
Columbus Bilingual Academy-north
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 547-4500
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 547-4500
Grades: K-8
| 475 students
Rank: #35 - 3635. - 36.
Performance Academy Eastland
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2220 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 314-6301
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 314-6301
Grades: K-8
| 277 students
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Columbus, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy For Urban Solutions (Closed 2012)
Charter School
1111 Windsor Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 995-1545
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 995-1545
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Academy Of Columbus (Closed 2014)
Charter School
4656 Heaton Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 433-7510
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 433-7510
Grades: K-8
| 363 students
Academy Of New Media Middle School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
43 South Douglass St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 252-4441
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 252-4441
Grades: 6-8
| 82 students
Achievepoint Career Academy - Columbus (Closed 2020)
Charter School
1500 E 17th Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 401-4769
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 401-4769
Grades: 9-12
| 59 students
1455 Huy Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5977
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5977
Grades: PK-K
| 53 students
2400 Mock Rd
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-5453
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-5453
Grades: PK-5
| 253 students
Bajim Village Academy (Closed 2014)
Charter School
1555 Bryden Rd
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 564-9444
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 564-9444
Grades: K-3
| 50 students
345 E Deshler Ave
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5514
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5514
Grades: 6-9
| 367 students
387 E Beck St
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-6513
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-6513
Grades: K-5
| 209 students
2740 Lockbourne Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5414
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5414
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
1270 Brentnell Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-6079
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-6079
Grades: PK-5
| 286 students
4077 Karl Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5985
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5985
Grades: 9-12
| 506 students
Brookwood Academy (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
2685 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 231-1199
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 231-1199
Grades: 4-12
| 89 students
Buckeye Community Hope Foundation (Closed 2008)
Charter School
3700 Corporate Dr Ste 140
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 942-2030
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 942-2030
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Buckeye Preparatory Academy (Closed 2020)
Charter School
1414 Gault St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 300-3685
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 300-3685
Grades: K-5
| 144 students
4738 Kae Ave
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 863-2883
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 863-2883
Grades: 1
| 194 students
C.m. Grant Leadership Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2440 Dawnlight Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 478-3875
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 478-3875
Grades: K-6
| 109 students
Campbell School For Girls (Closed 2014)
Charter School
4176 Helenrose Ln
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 995-1985
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 995-1985
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Celerity Tenacia Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
4605 Hilton Corporate Dr
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 863-1604
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 863-1604
Grades: K-3
| 101 students
Chase Academy For Communication Arts (Closed 2011)
Charter School
1565 Integrity Dr East
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 443-3390
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 443-3390
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
City Prep Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2800 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 322-7970
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 322-7970
Grades: 6-11
| 70 students
1255 Leonard Ave
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 297-1288
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 297-1288
Grades: K-9
| 29 students
Clearbrook Middle School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
31 North 17th St
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 365-6085
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 365-6085
Grades: 6-8
| 71 students
3940 Karl Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5996
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5996
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Columbus Bilingual Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
35 Midland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 324-1492
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 324-1492
Grades: K-7
| 176 students
Columbus Entrepreneurial Academy (Closed 2007)
Charter School
290 Brevoort Rd
Columbus, OH 43214
Columbus, OH 43214
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
2001 Hamilton Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 365-8811
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 365-8811
Grades: 6-12
| 827 students
Columbus International Prep (Closed 2005)
Charter School
2283 Sunbury Rd
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 478-9943
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 478-9943
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Po Box 29645
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 523-2600
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 523-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 48 students
251 E Weber Rd
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-6014
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-6014
Grades: 6-8
| 432 students
Crittenton Community School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
1418 East Broad St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 372-2401
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 372-2401
Grades: 6-9
| 49 students
Crossroads Preparatory Academy - Columbus (Closed 2008)
Charter School
350 Columbus City Center Dr
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 586-1800
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 586-1800
Grades: 6-9
| 80 students
1234 East Deshler Ave
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5518
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5518
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
43 South Douglass St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-6087
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-6087
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Early Career Academy Ohio, The (Closed 2016)
Charter School
4717 Hilton Corporate Dr
Columbus, OH 43232
(877) 644-6338
Columbus, OH 43232
(877) 644-6338
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in Columbus, OH?
The top ranked public charter schools in Columbus, OH include Columbus Preparatory Academy, Arts & College Preparatory Academy and Midnimo Cross Cultural Community School.
How many public charter schools are located in Columbus?
75 public charter schools are located in Columbus.
What is the racial composition of students in Columbus?
Columbus public charter schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter schools average of 67% (majority Black).
Which public charter schools in Columbus are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public charter schools in Columbus include: Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus vs. Arts & College Preparatory Academy, Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus vs. Oakstone Community School, South Scioto Academy vs. A+ Arts Academy
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