For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,143 students in 43206, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43206, OH are South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village and South High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 43206 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 43206, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43206, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 middle schools in 43206, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43206, OH include South Columbus Preparatory Academy At German Village and South High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 43206?
2 public middle schools are located in 43206.
What is the racial composition of students in 43206?
43206 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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