For the 2026-27 school year, there are 78 public charter schools serving 28,981 students in Franklin County, OH.
The top-ranked public charter schools in Franklin County, OH are Cornerstone Academy Community School, Columbus Preparatory Academy and Arts & College Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Franklin County, OH public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Ohio public charter school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 37% statewide average). Charter schools in Franklin County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Ohio public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Franklin County (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornerstone Academy Community School
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6015 E Walnut St
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 775-0615
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 775-0615
Gr: K-12 | 1,192 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Columbus Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3330 Chippewa St
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 275-3600
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 275-3600
Gr: K-12 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Arts & College Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4401 Hilton Corporate Dr
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 986-9974
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 986-9974
Gr: 7-12 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
United Schools Columbus
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 838 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1880 E Dublin Granville Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 206-2169
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 206-2169
Gr: K-1 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
North Woods Career Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 E Dublin Granville Rd Ste
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 891-9041
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 891-9041
Gr: 9-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus
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
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #88.
Midnimo Cross Cultural Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1567 Loretta Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 261-7480
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 261-7480
Gr: 6-8 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #99.
Cesar Chavez College Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Mock Rd
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 294-3020
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 294-3020
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
Rank: #1010.
International Academy Of Columbus
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2439 Fuji Dr
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 794-0643
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 794-0643
Gr: K-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1111.
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: #1212.
South Scioto Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Winslow Dr
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 445-7684
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 445-7684
Gr: K-8 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1313.
Educational Academy For Boys & Girls
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
35 Midland Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 351-1774
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 351-1774
Gr: K-5 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1414.
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2835 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 475-4585
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 475-4585
Gr: K-5 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1515.
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3220 Groveport Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 986-0116
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 986-0116
Gr: K-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1616.
Oakstone Community School
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2655 Oakstone Dr
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 865-3413
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 865-3413
Gr: K-12 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1717.
Columbus Humanities Arts And Technology Academy
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
Gr: K-8 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1818.
Westside Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1919.
Noble Academy-columbus
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1329 Bethel Rd
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 326-0687
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 326-0687
Gr: K-8 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #2020.
Horizon Science Academy Columbus
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1070 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 846-7616
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 846-7616
Gr: 9-12 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2121.
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
Gr: 9-11 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #2222.
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus
Charter School
(Math: 29% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2323.
Kipp Columbus
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Inspire Drive
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 263-6137
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 263-6137
Gr: K-12 | 1,945 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2424.
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1875 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 318-0600
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 318-0600
Gr: K-8 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2525.
Capital High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
640 Harrisburg Pike
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 636-6775
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 636-6775
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #2626.
Groveport Community School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4485 S Hamilton Rd
Groveport, OH 43125
(614) 574-0037
Groveport, OH 43125
(614) 574-0037
Gr: K-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #2727.
Columbus Performance Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
873 Walcutt Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 318-0720
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 318-0720
Gr: K-8 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #2828.
Performance Academy Eastland
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2929.
Charles School At Ohio Dominican University
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
Gr: 9-12 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #3030.
Zenith Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #3131.
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: #3232.
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2350 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 428-6564
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 428-6564
Gr: 6-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #3333.
Columbus Bilingual Academy-north
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 547-4500
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 547-4500
Gr: K-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3434.
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
387 E Beck St
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 669-6301
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 669-6301
Gr: K-8 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #3535.
Graham School The
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3950 Indianola Ave
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 262-1111
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 262-1111
Gr: 9-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
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Franklin County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
144 W Bridge St
Dublin, OH 43017
Dublin, OH 43017
Gr: PK | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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%
43 South Douglass St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 252-4441
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 252-4441
Gr: 6-8 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
1500 E 17th Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 401-4769
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 401-4769
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Adult Workforce Development Ct (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
4300 Amalgamated Pl Ste 100
Groveport, OH 43125
(614) 836-4541
Groveport, OH 43125
(614) 836-4541
1455 Huy Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5977
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5977
Gr: PK-K | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
2400 Mock Rd
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-5453
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-5453
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
1555 Bryden Rd
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 564-9444
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 564-9444
Gr: K-3 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
345 E Deshler Ave
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5514
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5514
Gr: 6-9 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
387 E Beck St
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-6513
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-6513
Gr: K-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
1270 Brentnell Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-6079
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-6079
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
4077 Karl Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5985
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5985
Gr: 9-12 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Brookwood Academy (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
2685 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 231-1199
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 231-1199
Gr: 4-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
3700 Corporate Dr Ste 140
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 942-2030
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 942-2030
1414 Gault St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 300-3685
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 300-3685
Gr: K-5 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
5665 Hoover Rd
Grove City, OH 43123
(614) 539-6456
Grove City, OH 43123
(614) 539-6456
Gr: 5-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
4738 Kae Ave
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 863-2883
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 863-2883
Gr: 1 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
2440 Dawnlight Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 478-3875
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 478-3875
Gr: K-6 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
122 Washington St
Canal Winchester, OH 43110
(614) 833-2153
Canal Winchester, OH 43110
(614) 833-2153
Gr: 5-6 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
100 Washington St
Canal Winchester, OH 43110
(614) 837-4533
Canal Winchester, OH 43110
(614) 837-4533
Gr: PK-12
Celerity Tenacia Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
4605 Hilton Corporate Dr
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 863-1604
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 863-1604
Gr: K-3 | 101 students Minority enrollment: 98%
825 South Sunbury Rd
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 797-7030
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 797-7030
Gr: 1-5 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
1565 Integrity Dr East
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 443-3390
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 443-3390
2800 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 322-7970
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 322-7970
Gr: 6-11 | 70 students
1255 Leonard Ave
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 297-1288
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 297-1288
Gr: 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
Gr: 6-8 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
7160 Susannah Dr
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
(614) 498-0079
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
(614) 498-0079
Gr: K-5 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
35 Midland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 324-1492
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 324-1492
Gr: K-7 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1
Columbus Collegiate Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1469 E Main St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 299-5284
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 299-5284
Gr: 6-8 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West (Closed 2023)
Charter School
300 Dana Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 545-9570
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 545-9570
Gr: 6-8 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in Franklin County, OH?
The top-ranked public charter schools in Franklin County, OH include Cornerstone Academy Community School, Columbus Preparatory Academy and Arts & College Preparatory Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in Franklin County?
78 public charter schools are located in Franklin County.
What is the racial composition of students in Franklin County?
Franklin County public charter schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public charter schools in Franklin County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public charter schools in Franklin County include: South Scioto Academy vs. A+ Arts Academy, Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus vs. Arts & College Preparatory Academy, Great River Connections Academy vs. Ohio Connections Academy Inc
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