For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 1,981 students in 43207, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 43207, OH are Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School, Lincoln Park Elementary School and Parsons Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 43207 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 43207, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43207, OH Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: 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 preschools in 43207, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 43207, OH include Cedarwood Alternative Elementary School, Lincoln Park Elementary School and Parsons Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 43207?
7 public preschools are located in 43207.
What is the racial composition of students in 43207?
43207 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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