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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best 43026 Ohio Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 22 public schools serving 15,240 students in 43026, OH (there are 9 private schools, serving 892 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 43026, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43026, OH are Hoffman Trails Elementary School, Ridgewood Elementary School and Darby Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43026 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43026, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 43026, OH Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hoffman Trails Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4301 Hoffman Farms Dr
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5700
Gr: K-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Ridgewood Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4237 Dublin Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-6100
Gr: K-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Darby Creek Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6305 Pinefield Dr
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5500
Gr: 3-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Brown Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2494 Walker Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5400
Gr: K-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Norwich Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4454 Davidson Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-6000
Gr: 3-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Hilliard Tharp Sixth Grade Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4681 Leap Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-6900
Gr: 4-6 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #77.
Scioto Darby Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5380 Scioto Darby Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-6300
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #88.
Hilliard Davidson High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5100 Davidson Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,847 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #99.
Hilliard Weaver Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4600 Avery Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-7700
Gr: 6-8 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #1010.
Hilliard Memorial Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2900 Walker Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #1111.
Alton Darby Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 57% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2730 Alton Darby Creek Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5000
Gr: K-2 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1212.
Avery Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4388 Avery Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5100
Gr: K-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #1313.
Hilliard Darby High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4200 Leppert Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,674 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #1414.
Hilliard Bradley High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2800 Walker Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,712 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #1515.
Hilliard Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3340 Hilliard Rome Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5600
Gr: K-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #1616.
Britton Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 68% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4501 Britton Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5300
Gr: K-2 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #1717.
Hilliard Station Sixth Grade Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5600 Scioto Darby Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-6800
Gr: 6 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1818.
J W Reason Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4790 Cemetery Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5900
Gr: K-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #1919.
Hilliard Heritage Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5670 Scioto Darby Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #2020.
Beacon Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3600 Lacon Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5200
Gr: K-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #2121.
Hilliard Online Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5323 Cemetery Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
Hilliard City School District Preschool
2874 Alton Darby Creek Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5050
Gr: PK | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 43026, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43026, OH include Hoffman Trails Elementary School, Ridgewood Elementary School and Darby Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 43026?
22 public schools are located in 43026.
What percentage of students in 43026 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 43026 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43026?
43026 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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