- Buckeye Woods Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 742 students
- Bolton Crossing Elementary — Grades PK–4 · 717 students
- James A Harmon Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 589 students
- Darby Woods Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 554 students
- JC Sommer Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 545 students
- Prairie Lincoln Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 515 students
- Stiles Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 511 students
- Prairie Norton Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 510 students
- Alton Hall Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 504 students
- West Franklin Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 488 students
- Highland Park Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 475 students
- Monterey Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 425 students
- Richard Avenue Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 423 students
- Darbydale Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 405 students
- Finland Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 371 students
- South-Western Preschool Center — Grades PK–PK · 345 students
- East Franklin Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 257 students
- The Bostic Head Start Center — Grades PK–PK · 144 students
- Stiles Family Center — Grades PK–PK · 30 students
- Holt Crossing Intermediate School — Grades 5–6 · 733 students
- Beulah Park Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 710 students
- Galloway Ridge Intermediate School — Grades 5–6 · 705 students
- Finland Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 673 students
- Park Street Intermediate School — Grades 5–6 · 667 students
- Franklin Woods Intermediate School — Grades 5–6 · 666 students
- Jackson Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 665 students
- Pleasant View Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 651 students
- Norton Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 583 students
- Hayes Intermediate School — Grades 5–6 · 464 students
- Grove City High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,881 students
- Westland High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,853 students
- Central Crossing High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,674 students
- Franklin Heights High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,398 students
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| Metric | South-Western City School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Charter School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About South-Western City School District
South-Western City School District is the public school district that serves ZIP 43223 in South-Western, Ohio. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Ohio districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 1 school, covering Kindergarten – 6th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, South-Western 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 1 schools serving grades Kindergarten – 6th, South-Western City School District qualifies as a small, community-focused district serving students from Kindergarten – 6th. 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), South-Western 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.
South-Western 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 43223
Children in zip code 43223 are assigned to South-Western City School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 6th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 43223, 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 South-Western City School District at (614)351-1774 or visit the district’s official website. 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 South-Western
For families considering a purchase in the South-Western area, district assignment matters financially. Because South-Western City School District serves zip code 43223, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 43223 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 South-Western 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 43223.
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 South-Western City School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 43223 data.