Best 43227 Ohio Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,290 students in 43227, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 43227, OH are Patriot Preparatory Academy, Shady Lane Elementary School and Scottwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 43227 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 43227, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 36% (majority Black).

Best 43227, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patriot Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4938 Beatrice Dr
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
Gr: K-12 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Shady Lane Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1444 Shady Lane Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5391
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Scottwood Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3392 Scottwood Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6507
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3474 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 324-4585
Gr: K-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Leawood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1677 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6504
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Sherwood Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 Shady Lane Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5393
Gr: 6-8 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Renaissance Academy Dba Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Aca
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1555 Elaine Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 235-1900
Gr: K-8 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Johnson Park Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1130 S Waverly St
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6501
Gr: 6-8 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 43227, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 43227, OH include Patriot Preparatory Academy, Shady Lane Elementary School and Scottwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 43227?
8 public elementary schools are located in 43227.
What is the racial composition of students in 43227?
43227 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Black).

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