For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 832 students in 43223, OH.
The top ranked public middle schools in 43223, OH are Finland Middle School and Central Point Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 43223 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 43223, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43223, OH Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Finland Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1827 Finland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-3600
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 801-3600
Grades: 7-8
| 641 students
Rank: #22.
Central Point Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
680 Harrisburg Pike
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 669-6305
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 669-6305
Grades: K-8
| 191 students
43223, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
35 Midland Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 324-1492
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 324-1492
Grades: K-7
| 176 students
Columbus Collegiate Academy - West (Closed 2023)
Charter School
300 Dana Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 545-9570
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 545-9570
Grades: 6-8
| 251 students
680 Harrisburg Pike
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 223-1510
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 223-1510
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 43223, OH?
The top ranked public middle schools in 43223, OH include Finland Middle School and Central Point Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 43223?
2 public middle schools are located in 43223.
What is the racial composition of students in 43223?
43223 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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