For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,219 students in 43222, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in 43222, OH are Avondale Elementary School, Central High School and Franklinton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43222 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43222, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best 43222, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Avondale Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
141 Hawkes Ave
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 365-6511
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 365-6511
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Central High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
840 W State St
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 362-7530
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 362-7530
Gr: 9-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Franklinton High School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
89 Avondale Ave
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 427-1012
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 427-1012
Gr: 9-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Franklinton Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
40 Chicago Ave
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 653-7135
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 653-7135
Gr: 9-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Starling Pk-8
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
145 S Central Ave
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 365-5945
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 365-5945
Gr: PK-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
43222, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
120 South Central Ave
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 365-5945
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 365-5945
Gr: 6-8 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43222, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43222, OH include Avondale Elementary School, Central High School and Franklinton High School.
How many public schools are located in 43222?
5 public schools are located in 43222.
What is the racial composition of students in 43222?
43222 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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