For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 526 students in 43228, OH.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 43228, OH are Westside Academy and Bridge Gate Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 43228 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Ohio public charter school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 37% statewide average). Charter schools in 43228, OH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 43228, OH Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
Bridge Gate Community School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4060 Sullivant Ave
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 501-3820
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 501-3820
Gr: K-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
43228, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3850 Sullivant Ave
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 279-6000
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 279-6000
Gr: K-5 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
4181 W Broad St
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 278-1136
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 278-1136
Gr: PK | 13 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 43228, OH?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 43228, OH include Westside Academy and Bridge Gate Community School.
How many public charter schools are located in 43228?
2 public charter schools are located in 43228.
What is the racial composition of students in 43228?
43228 public charter schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public charter schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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