For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,789 students in 43223, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 43223, OH are Finland Elementary School, Lindbergh Elementary School and East Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 43223 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 43223, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43223, OH Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Finland Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1835 Finland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-8125
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-8125
Gr: PK-4 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Lindbergh Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2541 Lindbergh Dr
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-6727
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-6727
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
East Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1955 Richmond Rd
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-8100
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-8100
Gr: PK-4 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
West Mound Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2051 W Mound St
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-5968
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-5968
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Sullivant Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
791 Griggs Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-6524
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-6524
Gr: PK-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
40 S Highland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-5935
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-5935
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 43223, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 43223, OH include Finland Elementary School, Lindbergh Elementary School and East Franklin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 43223?
6 public preschools are located in 43223.
What is the racial composition of students in 43223?
43223 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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