For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,136 students in 43227, OH.
The top ranked public preschools in 43227, OH are Shady Lane Elementary School, Scottwood Elementary School and Leawood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 43227 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 43227, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43227, OH Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shady Lane Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1444 Shady Lane Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5391
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-5391
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Rank: #22.
Scottwood Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3392 Scottwood Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6507
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6507
Grades: PK-5
| 472 students
Rank: #33.
Leawood Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1677 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6504
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 365-6504
Grades: PK-5
| 297 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 43227, OH?
The top ranked public preschools in 43227, OH include Shady Lane Elementary School, Scottwood Elementary School and Leawood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 43227?
3 public preschools are located in 43227.
What is the racial composition of students in 43227?
43227 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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