For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,835 students in 43206, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 371 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 43206, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 43206, OH are Siebert Elementary School, Stewart Alternative Elementary School and South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 43206 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 43206, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 43206, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Siebert Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
385 Reinhard Ave
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-6613
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-6613
Gr: PK-6 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Stewart Alternative Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
40 Stewart Ave
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5556
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5556
Gr: PK-6 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
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 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
South High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1160 Ann St
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5541
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 365-5541
Gr: 7-12 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 43206, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 43206, OH include Siebert Elementary School, Stewart Alternative Elementary School and South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village.
How many public schools are located in 43206?
4 public schools are located in 43206.
What percentage of students in 43206 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 43206 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 43206?
43206 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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