For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public charter schools serving 2,564 students in 43232, OH.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 43232, OH are Arts & College Preparatory Academy, Performance Academy Eastland and Zenith Academy East. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 43232 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Ohio public charter school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% statewide average). Charter schools in 43232, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 43232, OH Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
Eastland Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2741 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 547-4493
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 547-4493
Gr: K-8 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2743 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 577-0900
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 577-0900
Gr: K-12 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Ohio Achievement Charter Schools Inc. Dba Millennium Commun
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3500 Refugee Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 255-5585
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 255-5585
Gr: K-8 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 49:1
Rank: #77.
Capital City Career Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 863-9175
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 863-9175
Gr: 9-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4480 Refugee Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 269-0150
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 269-0150
Gr: 9-12 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 43232, OH?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 43232, OH include Arts & College Preparatory Academy, Performance Academy Eastland and Zenith Academy East.
How many public charter schools are located in 43232?
8 public charter schools are located in 43232.
What is the racial composition of students in 43232?
43232 public charter schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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