- Liberty Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 545 students
- Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 521 students
- Clinton Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 491 students
- Easthaven Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 489 students
- Georgian Heights Alt Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 484 students
- Scottwood Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 484 students
- Ecole Kenwood French Immersion — Grades PK–5 · 474 students
- Columbus Spanish Immersion K-7 School — Grades PK–5 · 471 students
- Huy/A.G. Bell Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 463 students
- Fairmoor Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 461 students
- Gables Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 446 students
- Devonshire Alternative Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 414 students
- Avalon Elementary School — Grades K–3 · 399 students
- Indian Springs Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 396 students
- Shady Lane Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 382 students
- Forest Park Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 375 students
- Columbus Africentric Early College ES — Grades PK–5 · 374 students
- Burroughs Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 371 students
- Parsons Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 365 students
- East Columbus Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 364 students
- West Broad Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 356 students
- Alpine Elementary School — Grades PK–3 · 348 students
- Salem Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 342 students
- Maize Road Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 334 students
- Leawood Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 331 students
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- Woodward Park Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 836 students
- Dominion Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 745 students
- World Language Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 536 students
- Arts Impact Middle School (Aims) — Grades 6–8 · 507 students
- Sherwood Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 498 students
- Ridgeview Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 485 students
- Wedgewood Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 476 students
- Medina Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 438 students
- Hilltonia Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 420 students
- Westmoor Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 416 students
- Yorktown Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 362 students
- Mifflin Alternative Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 356 students
- Johnson Park Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 349 students
- Champion Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 338 students
- Buckeye Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 326 students
- Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 198 students
- Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls — Grades 6–8 · 196 students
- Columbus City Preparatory School for Boys — Grades 6–8 · 106 students
- Northland High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,029 students
- Whetstone High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,017 students
- Briggs High School — Grades 9–12 · 956 students
- Independence High School — Grades 9–12 · 852 students
- West High School — Grades 9–12 · 846 students
- Columbus Alternative High School — Grades 9–12 · 820 students
- Mifflin High School — Grades 9–12 · 801 students
- Walnut Ridge High School — Grades 9–12 · 775 students
- Fort Hayes Arts and Academic HS — Grades 9–12 · 752 students
- Centennial High School — Grades 9–12 · 702 students
- Beechcroft High School — Grades 9–12 · 587 students
- Eastmoor Academy — Grades 9–12 · 584 students
- Columbus International High School — Grades 9–12 · 540 students
- East High School — Grades 9–12 · 431 students
- Marion-Franklin High School — Grades 9–12 · 430 students
- Columbus Africentric Early College High School — Grades 9–12 · 332 students
- Fort Hayes Career Center — Grades 10–12 · 102 students
- Columbus Downtown High School — Grades 10–12 · 48 students
- South High School — Grades 7–12 · 873 students
- Linden-McKinley STEM Academy — Grades 7–12 · 795 students
- Indianola Informal K-8 School — Grades K–8 · 721 students
- Berwick Alternative K-8 School — Grades PK–8 · 691 students
- Starling PK-8 — Grades PK–8 · 525 students
- Linden STEM Academy (K-6) — Grades PK–6 · 400 students
- Siebert Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 373 students
- Hamilton STEM Academy (K-6) — Grades PK–6 · 369 students
- Windsor STEM Academy (K-6) — Grades PK–6 · 345 students
- Stewart Alternative Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 319 students
- Southwood Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 309 students
- Columbus Online Academy — Grades 7–12 · 305 students
- Livingston Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 298 students
- Moler Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 287 students
- South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) — Grades PK–6 · 233 students
- Lincoln Park Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 232 students
- Fairwood Alternative Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 202 students
- Special Education Center — Grades 2–12 · 178 students
- Columbus Scioto 6-12 — Grades 6–12 · 92 students
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| Metric | Columbus City School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 115 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Columbus City School District
Columbus City School District is the public school district that serves ZIP 43214 in Columbus, Ohio in Franklin County. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Ohio districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 3 schools, covering Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Columbus City School District spends approximately $14,000 per student per year, placing it near the Ohio state average of approximately $13,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 3 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Columbus City School District qualifies as a small, community-focused district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Columbus City School District ranks among Ohio’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Columbus City School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 43214
Children in zip code 43214 are assigned to Columbus City School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 43214, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Columbus City School District at (614)365-5000 or visit www.ccsoh.us/. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Ohio districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Columbus
For families considering a purchase in the Columbus area, district assignment matters financially. Because Columbus City School District serves zip code 43214, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 43214 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Ohio, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Columbus City School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 43214.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Columbus City School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 43214 data.