For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,451 students in 43224, OH (there are 4 private schools, serving 2,177 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 43224, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43224, OH are Kipp Columbus, Columbus Spanish Immersion K-7 School and Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43224 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43224, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43224, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp Columbus
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Inspire Drive
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 263-6137
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 263-6137
Gr: K-12 | 1,945 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Columbus Spanish Immersion K-7 School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3940 Karl Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-8129
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-8129
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1545 Huy Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5977
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5977
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Oakland Park Alternative Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3392 Atwood Ter
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-6058
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-6058
Gr: PK-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Como Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2989 Reis Ave
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-6013
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-6013
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Kids Care Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3360 Kohr Blvd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 498-0220
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 498-0220
Gr: K-5 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Innis Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3399 Kohr Blvd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5462
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5462
Gr: K-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Maize Road Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4360 Maize Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-6040
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-6040
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #99.
North Linden Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1718 E Cooke Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-6055
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-6055
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
Columbus International High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4077 Karl Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-4054
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-4054
Gr: 9-12 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Medina Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1425 Huy Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-6050
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-6050
Gr: 6-8 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43224, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43224, OH include Kipp Columbus, Columbus Spanish Immersion K-7 School and Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 43224?
11 public schools are located in 43224.
What percentage of students in 43224 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 43224 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43224?
43224 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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