For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,597 students in 43228, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43228, OH are Westside Academy, Norton Middle School and Wedgewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 43228 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 43228, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43228, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
Norton Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 Norton Rd
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 801-3700
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 801-3700
Gr: 7-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Wedgewood Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Briggs Rd
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 365-5947
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 365-5947
Gr: 6-8 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Bridge Gate Community School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4060 Sullivant Ave
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 501-3820
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 501-3820
Gr: K-12 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 43228, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43228, OH include Westside Academy, Norton Middle School and Wedgewood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 43228?
4 public middle schools are located in 43228.
What is the racial composition of students in 43228?
43228 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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