For the 2025 school year, there are 74 public charter schools serving 26,797 students in Columbus, OH.
The top ranked public charter schools in Columbus, OH are Columbus Preparatory Academy, Arts & College Preparatory Academy and United Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Columbus, OH public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Ohio public charter school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 37% statewide average). Charter schools in Columbus have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Columbus, OH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbus Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3330 Chippewa St
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 275-3600
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 275-3600
Gr: K-12 | 823 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Arts & College Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4401 Hilton Corporate Dr
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 986-9974
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 986-9974
Gr: 7-12 | 461 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
United Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
617 W State St
Columbus, OH 43215
(877) 644-6338
Columbus, OH 43215
(877) 644-6338
Gr: K-8 | 851 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 85:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Focus Learning Academy Of Central Columbus
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1880 E Dublin Granville Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 206-2169
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 206-2169
Gr: K | 128 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
North Woods Career Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 E Dublin Granville Rd Ste
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 891-9041
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 891-9041
Gr: 9-12 | 92 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2521 Fairwood Ave
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 880-0714
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 880-0714
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
Midnimo Cross Cultural Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1567 Loretta Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 261-7480
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 261-7480
Gr: 6-8 | 143 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Rank: #88.
Cesar Chavez College Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Mock Rd
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 294-3020
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 294-3020
Gr: K-5 | 324 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
Rank: #99.
International Academy Of Columbus
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2439 Fuji Dr
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 794-0643
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 794-0643
Gr: K-8 | 306 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1010.
Patriot Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4938 Beatrice Dr
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
Gr: K-12 | 729 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
South Scioto Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Winslow Dr
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 445-7684
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 445-7684
Gr: K-8 | 237 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1212.
Educational Academy For Boys & Girls
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
35 Midland Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 351-1774
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 351-1774
Gr: K-5 | 147 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1313.
Ohio Connections Academy Inc
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
130 E. Wilson Bridge Rd
Columbus, OH 43085
(513) 234-4900
Columbus, OH 43085
(513) 234-4900
Gr: K-12 | 5,305 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #1414.
Horizon Science Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2835 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 475-4585
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 475-4585
Gr: 3-5 | 377 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1515.
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At Southfield
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3220 Groveport Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 986-0116
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 986-0116
Gr: K-8 | 256 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #1616.
Oakstone Community School
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5747 Cleveland Ave
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 865-3413
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 865-3413
Gr: K-12 | 211 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1717.
Columbus Humanities Arts And Technology Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1333 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 261-1200
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 261-1200
Gr: K-8 | 633 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1818.
Westside Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4330 Clime Rd North
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 272-9392
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 272-9392
Gr: K-8 | 308 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1919.
Noble Academy-columbus
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1329 Bethel Rd
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 326-0687
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 326-0687
Gr: K-8 | 286 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #2020.
Horizon Science Academy Columbus
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1070 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 846-7616
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 846-7616
Gr: 9-12 | 624 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #2121.
Road To Success Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1634 Minnesota Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 636-4101
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 636-4101
Gr: 9-11 | 75 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #2222.
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1880 E Dublin Granville Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 547-0920
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 547-0920
Gr: K-8 | 672 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
Rank: #2323.
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 | 2,084 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2424.
Northland Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1875 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 318-0600
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 318-0600
Gr: K-8 | 161 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2525.
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: #2626.
Columbus Performance Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
274 E 1st Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 318-0720
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 318-0720
Gr: K-8 | 173 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #2727.
Performance Academy Eastland
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2220 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 314-6301
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 314-6301
Gr: K-8 | 283 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2828.
Charles School At Ohio Dominican University
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1270 Brentnell Ave
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 258-8588
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 258-8588
Gr: 9-12 | 301 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #2929.
Zenith Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2261 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 577-0997
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 577-0997
Gr: K-8 | 139 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #3030.
Whitehall Preparatory And Fitness Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3474 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 324-4585
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 324-4585
Gr: K-8 | 333 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #3131.
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2350 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 428-6564
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 428-6564
Gr: 6-8 | 453 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3232.
Eagle Charter Schools Of Ohio Dba The Shepard School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
873 Walcutt Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(202) 459-6850
Columbus, OH 43219
(202) 459-6850
Gr: K-5 | 80 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3333.
Columbus Bilingual Academy-north
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 547-4500
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 547-4500
Gr: K-8 | 516 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #3434.
South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
387 E Beck St
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 669-6301
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 669-6301
Gr: K-8 | 281 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #3535.
Graham School The
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3950 Indianola Ave
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 262-1111
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 262-1111
Gr: 9-12 | 145 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
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Columbus, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4656 Heaton Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 433-7510
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 433-7510
Gr: K-8 | 363 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
43 South Douglass St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 252-4441
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 252-4441
Gr: 6-8 | 82 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
1500 E 17th Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 401-4769
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 401-4769
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
1455 Huy Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5977
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5977
Gr: PK-K | 53 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
2400 Mock Rd
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-5453
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-5453
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
1555 Bryden Rd
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 564-9444
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 564-9444
Gr: K-3 | 50 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
345 E Deshler Ave
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5514
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5514
Gr: 6-9 | 367 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
387 E Beck St
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-6513
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-6513
Gr: K-5 | 209 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
1270 Brentnell Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-6079
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 365-6079
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
4077 Karl Rd
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5985
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5985
Gr: 9-12 | 506 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Brookwood Academy (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
2685 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 231-1199
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 231-1199
Gr: 4-12 | 89 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
3700 Corporate Dr Ste 140
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 942-2030
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 942-2030
1414 Gault St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 300-3685
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 300-3685
Gr: K-5 | 144 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
4738 Kae Ave
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 863-2883
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 863-2883
Gr: 1 | 194 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
2440 Dawnlight Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 478-3875
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 478-3875
Gr: K-6 | 109 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
Celerity Tenacia Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
4605 Hilton Corporate Dr
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 863-1604
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 863-1604
Gr: K-3 | 101 students Minority enrollment: 98%
1565 Integrity Dr East
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 443-3390
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 443-3390
2800 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 322-7970
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 322-7970
Gr: 6-11 | 70 students
1255 Leonard Ave
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 297-1288
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 297-1288
Gr: K-9 | 29 students
Clearbrook Middle School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
31 North 17th St
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 365-6085
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 365-6085
Gr: 6-8 | 71 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
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 (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1469 E Main St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 299-5284
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 299-5284
Gr: 6-8 | 240 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
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%
2001 Hamilton Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 365-8811
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 365-8811
Gr: 6-12 | 827 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Po Box 29645
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 523-2600
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 523-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students
251 E Weber Rd
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-6014
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-6014
Gr: 6-8 | 432 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
1418 East Broad St
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 372-2401
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 372-2401
Gr: 6-9 | 49 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
350 Columbus City Center Dr
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 586-1800
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 586-1800
Gr: 6-9 | 80 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1234 East Deshler Ave
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5518
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5518
Gr: PK-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in Columbus, OH?
The top ranked public charter schools in Columbus, OH include Columbus Preparatory Academy, Arts & College Preparatory Academy and United Preparatory Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in Columbus?
74 public charter schools are located in Columbus.
What is the racial composition of students in Columbus?
Columbus public charter schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter schools average of 67% (majority Black).
Which public charter schools in Columbus are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public charter schools in Columbus include: Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus vs. Arts & College Preparatory Academy, South Scioto Academy vs. A+ Arts Academy, Summit Academy Transition High School-columbus vs. Oakstone Community School
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