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Best 43230 Ohio Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 7,598 students in 43230, OH (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,208 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 43230, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43230, OH are High Point Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Gahanna East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43230 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43230, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 43230, OH Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
High Point Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
700 Venetian Way
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5545
Gr: K-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
136 Carpenter Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5560
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Gahanna East Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
730 Clotts Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5550
Gr: 6-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Chapelfield Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
280 Chapelfield Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5575
Gr: K-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Gahanna South Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
349 Shady Spring Dr
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 337-3730
Gr: 6-8 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
261 Helmbright Dr
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5555
Gr: K-5 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Royal Manor Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
299 Empire Dr
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5585
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #88.
Gahanna West Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
350 N Stygler Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5570
Gr: 6-8 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #99.
Goshen Lane Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
370 Goshen Ln
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5580
Gr: PK-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #1010.
Gahanna Lincoln High School - Ols
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
140 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #1111.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
140 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,468 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
Gahanna- Jefferson Clark Hall
380 Granville St
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-7065
Gr: PK | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 43230, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43230, OH include High Point Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Gahanna East Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 43230?
12 public schools are located in 43230.
What percentage of students in 43230 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 43230 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43230?
43230 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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