For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 2,865 students in 43204, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43204, OH are Columbus Preparatory Academy, Great Western Academy and Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 43204 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 43204, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43204, OH Public Middle 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.
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: #33.
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: #4 - 54. - 5.
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: #4 - 54. - 5.
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: #66.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 43204, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43204, OH include Columbus Preparatory Academy, Great Western Academy and Columbus Preparatory And Fitness Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 43204?
6 public middle schools are located in 43204.
What is the racial composition of students in 43204?
43204 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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