Best Public Preschools in 43205 (Columbus, OH) (2025-26)

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Best 43205 Ohio Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 952 students in 43205, OH.

The top ranked public preschools in 43205, OH are Special Education Center, Fairwood Alternative Elementary School and Livingston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public preschools in zipcode 43205 have an score of 9% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and score of 17% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 43205, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).

Best 43205, OH Public Preschools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Special Education Center

(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
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1490 E Main St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-5207

Gr: PK-12 | 194 students Minority enrollment: 76%

Rank: #22.

Fairwood Alternative Elementary School

(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
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726 Fairwood Ave
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-6111

Gr: PK-6 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: #33.

Livingston Elementary School

(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
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825 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-5527

Gr: PK-6 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Rank: #44.

Ohio Avenue Elementary School

(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
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505 S Ohio Ave
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-6130

Gr: PK-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 43205 Ohio

43205, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Academy Of New Media Middle School (Closed 2014)

43 South Douglass St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 252-4441

Gr: 6-8 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Bajim Village Academy (Closed 2014)

1555 Bryden Rd
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 564-9444

Gr: K-3 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Buckeye Preparatory Academy (Closed 2020)

1414 Gault St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 300-3685

Gr: K-5 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Columbus Collegiate Academy (Closed 2023)

Charter School

1469 E Main St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 299-5284

Gr: 6-8 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Crittenton Community School (Closed 2014)

1418 East Broad St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 372-2401

Gr: 6-9 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 77%

Douglas Alternative Elementary School (Closed 2011)

43 South Douglass St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-6087

Gr: K-5

Fair Alternative Elementary School (Closed 2011)

1395 Fair Ave
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-6107

Gr: PK-5

Main Street Elementary School (Closed 2007)

1469 E Main St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 365-6122

Gr: PK-5 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in 43205, OH?

The top ranked public preschools in 43205, OH include Special Education Center, Fairwood Alternative Elementary School and Livingston Elementary School.

How many public preschools are located in 43205?

4 public preschools are located in 43205.

What is the racial composition of students in 43205?

43205 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).