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Best 43227 Ohio Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,497 students in 43227, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,457 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 43227, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43227, OH are Patriot Preparatory Academy, Shady Lane Elementary School and Scottwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43227 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43227, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 43227, OH Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patriot Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4938 Beatrice Dr
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
Gr: K-12 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Shady Lane Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1444 Shady Lane Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5391
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Scottwood Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3392 Scottwood Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6507
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3474 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 324-4585
Gr: K-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Leawood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1677 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6504
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Sherwood Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 Shady Lane Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5393
Gr: 6-8 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Walnut Ridge High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4841 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Mason Run High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
923 S James Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 362-7540
Gr: 9-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Renaissance Academy Dba Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Aca
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1555 Elaine Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 235-1900
Gr: K-8 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Johnson Park Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1130 S Waverly St
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6501
Gr: 6-8 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Columbus Online Academy
4841 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-8472
Gr: 7-12 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 43227, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43227, OH include Patriot Preparatory Academy, Shady Lane Elementary School and Scottwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 43227?
11 public schools are located in 43227.
What percentage of students in 43227 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 43227 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43227?
43227 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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