For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,921 students in 43230, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43230, OH are Gahanna East Middle School, Gahanna South Middle School and Gahanna West Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 43230 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 43230, OH have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43230, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gahanna East Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
730 Clotts Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5550
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5550
Gr: 6-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Gahanna South Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
349 Shady Spring Dr
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 337-3730
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 337-3730
Gr: 6-8 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Gahanna West Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 N Stygler Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5570
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 478-5570
Gr: 6-8 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 43230, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43230, OH include Gahanna East Middle School, Gahanna South Middle School and Gahanna West Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 43230?
3 public middle schools are located in 43230.
What is the racial composition of students in 43230?
43230 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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