For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 701 students in 43205, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 43205, OH are Fairwood Alternative Elementary School, Livingston Elementary School and Ohio Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 43205 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 43205, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43205, OH Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairwood Alternative Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
726 Fairwood Ave
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-6111
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-6111
Gr: PK-6 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Livingston Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
825 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-5527
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-5527
Gr: PK-6 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Ohio Avenue Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
505 S Ohio Ave
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-6130
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-6130
Gr: PK-5 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 43205, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 43205, OH include Fairwood Alternative Elementary School, Livingston Elementary School and Ohio Avenue Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 43205?
3 public preschools are located in 43205.
What is the racial composition of students in 43205?
43205 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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