For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public elementary schools serving 5,321 students in 43204, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 43204, OH are Columbus Preparatory Academy, West Franklin Elementary School and Westgate Alternative Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 43204 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 43204, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 43204, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
West Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3501 Briggs Rd
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 279-0646
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 279-0646
Gr: K-4 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Westgate Alternative Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3080 Wicklow Rd
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5971
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5971
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Binns Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1080 Binns Blvd
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5911
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5911
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Valleyview Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2989 Valleyview Dr
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-6312
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-6312
Gr: K-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Great Western Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
310 N Wilson Rd
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 276-1028
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 276-1028
Gr: K-8 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1258 Demorest Rd
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 318-0606
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 318-0606
Gr: K-8 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
West Broad Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2744 W Broad St
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5964
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5964
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Westmoor Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3001 Valleyview Dr
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5974
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5974
Gr: 6-8 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Zenith Academy West
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3385 South Blvd
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 272-6300
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 272-6300
Gr: K-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Sullivant Avenue Community School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3435 Sullivant Ave
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 308-5991
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 308-5991
Gr: K-6 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1212.
Hilltonia Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2345 W Mound St
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5937
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5937
Gr: 6-8 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1313.
Burroughs Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
551 S Richardson Ave
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5923
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 365-5923
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Columbus Bilingual West
Charter School
2364 W Mound St
Columbus, OH 43204
(380) 266-0055
Columbus, OH 43204
(380) 266-0055
Gr: K-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 43204, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 43204, OH include Columbus Preparatory Academy, West Franklin Elementary School and Westgate Alternative Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 43204?
14 public elementary schools are located in 43204.
What is the racial composition of students in 43204?
43204 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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