For the 2026 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 7,060 students in 43207, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 188 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 43207, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43207, OH are Hamilton Elementary School, Hamilton Intermediate School and Hamilton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43207 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43207, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43207, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
745 Rathmell Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8044
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8044
Gr: K-3 | 1,028 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Intermediate School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
765 Rathmell Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8044
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8044
Gr: 3-8 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
755 Rathmell Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8044
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8044
Gr: 7-8 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Hamilton Township High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1105 Rathmell Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8044
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8044
Gr: 9-12 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2521 Fairwood Ave
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 880-0714
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 880-0714
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
South Scioto Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Winslow Dr
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 445-7684
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 445-7684
Gr: K-8 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3220 Groveport Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 986-0116
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 986-0116
Gr: K-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #88.
Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
775 Bartfield Dr
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5421
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5421
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #99.
Lincoln Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
579 E Markison Ave
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5524
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5524
Gr: PK-6 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1010.
Summit Academy Community School-columbus
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2521 Fairwood Ave Ste 100
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 237-5497
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 237-5497
Gr: K-8 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
Parsons Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3231 Lee Ellen Pl
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5099
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5099
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1212.
A+ Children's Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
114 Obetz Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8502
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8502
Gr: K-6 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #1313.
Southwood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 S 4th St
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5553
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5553
Gr: PK-6 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1414.
Watkins Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1520 Watkins Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-6411
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-6411
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1515.
Buckeye Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2950 Parsons Ave
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5417
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5417
Gr: 6-8 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1616.
Marion-franklin High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1265 Koebel Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5432
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5432
Gr: 9-12 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1717.
Columbus Scioto 6-12
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2951 S High St
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5030
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5030
Gr: 6-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1818.
Moler Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Moler Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5529
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 365-5529
Gr: PK-6 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1919.
Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
190 Southwood Ave
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 545-2000
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 545-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 60:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
775 Rathmell Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8044
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-8044
Gr: PK | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43207, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43207, OH include Hamilton Elementary School, Hamilton Intermediate School and Hamilton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 43207?
20 public schools are located in 43207.
What percentage of students in 43207 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 43207 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43207?
43207 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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