For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,217 students in 43223, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in 43223, OH are Finland Elementary School, Franklin Woods Intermediate School and Finland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43223 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43223, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 43223, OH 51±¬ÁÏs (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Finland Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1835 Finland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-8125
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-8125
Gr: K-4 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Woods Intermediate School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1831 Finland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-8600
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-8600
Gr: 5-6 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Finland Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1827 Finland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-3600
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-3600
Gr: 7-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Capital High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
640 Harrisburg Pike
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 626-6775
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 626-6775
Gr: 9-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Lindbergh Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2541 Lindbergh Dr
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-6727
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-6727
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
East Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1955 Richmond Rd
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-8100
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-8100
Gr: PK-4 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
West Mound Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2051 W Mound St
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-5968
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-5968
Gr: PK-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #88.
Briggs High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2555 Briggs Rd
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-5915
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-5915
Gr: 9-12 | 976 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #99.
Central Point Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
680 Harrisburg Pike
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 669-6305
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 669-6305
Gr: K-8 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1010.
Sullivant Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
791 Griggs Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-6524
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-6524
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1111.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
40 S Highland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-5935
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-5935
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
43223, Ohio 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
35 Midland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 324-1492
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 324-1492
Gr: K-7 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West (Closed 2023)
Charter School
300 Dana Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 545-9570
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 545-9570
Gr: 6-8 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
680 Harrisburg Pike
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 223-1510
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 223-1510
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43223, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43223, OH include Finland Elementary School, Franklin Woods Intermediate School and Finland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 43223?
11 public schools are located in 43223.
What is the racial composition of students in 43223?
43223 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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