2019 Best Middle Schools in the Columbus AreaAbout this List

The Columbus Academy

• Private School
• Gahanna, OH
• PK, K-12
• 25 reviews

Senior: I attended CA from k-12th. I have been able to get involved in many things and offered many opportunities I would not have gotten elsewhere such as close and personal relationships with my teachers, stellar college prep, and a community of students who care deeply about diversity and living by the school values which include respect and moral courage. Academics are also amazing. They have turned me into a person of character with better critical writing, reading and speaking skills!
I'm aware that no school is perfect, but there are still some policies that need to be worked on. That being said, there are members of the administration that take the time to listen to talk to you when there is any type of problem.
I am appreciative of all that academy has offered me. Growing up among a small group of people you have known for years can keep you from seeing many of the realities outside your little bubble, but even at the end of all of it, I feel prepared for the real world.
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• A+

• 1,085 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Columbus School for Girls

• Private School
• Columbus, OH
• PK, K-12
• 47 reviews

Senior: I have had the opportunity to be very active in my community with amazing extracurriculars such as theater, athletics, and service. At CSG no certain person does one specific club or activity it is cool to be active. The teachers care about getting to know them as a person. CSG creates a very close knit community because of its small class size. There is a lot of free time in the highschool which allows for quality time with peers and studying.
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• A+

• 567 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The Wellington School

• Private School
• Columbus, OH
• PK, K-12
• 42 reviews

Senior: Very close knit community. Just like any other school however, there are pros and cons to attending Wellington. If you're looking for a high school experience primarily with exciting sporting events with large crowds Wellington may not be for you. But if you're looking for a well-rounded high school experience filled with unconventional high school classes, research opportunities, connections with fantastic alumni and mentors, and fun clubs and student organizations, and lots of school pride, Wellington is the perfect place for you. For an independent school, Wellington has great diversity in terms of ethnic diversity, political views , athletic interests, and performing and visual arts students.
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• A+

• 667 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Henry Karrer Middle School

• Dublin City School District, OH
• 6-8
• 1 review

• A+

• 872 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Columbus Preparatory Academy

• Public School
• Columbus, OH
• K-10
• 5 reviews

Parent: We left Southwestern City Schools. My oldest is 5th-8th grade here. She's a great student &loves it! My youngest started in Kndgtn w/weekly homework&I'm thankful for this. I know if she would have gotten her start anywhere else, she would not be where she is today. They grade on an A-F scale in grades K-11, which I love! Once my youngest showed signs of struggling in reading...I FREAKED! Her having minor speech issues, didn't help with the reading level expected in kndgtn. She did so well in all other areas. She was even further along then cousins in district schools the same age, so when they wanted to retain her in kndgrtn, it was my worst nightmare. I had read&heard of this happening &didn't understand because I absolutely LOVED her teacher,&thought she was doing well. We made the decision to keep her here&I'm thankful. She flew thru her 2nd year with so much confidence. She's now thriving at the end of 1st grade. It's not always easy, but it's...A GREAT SCHOOL!
Read 5 Reviews

• A+

• 716 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Willard Grizzell Middle School

• Dublin City School District, OH
• 6-8

• A+

• 841 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Olentangy Liberty Middle School

• Olentangy Local School District, OH
• 6-8
• 2 reviews

Alum: Teachers are great. We have almost half of the school in the olentangy gifted programs.The gifted department here is very slouchy, even if you ask there is not much help, or students are discouraged on matters of subject selection for high school credits. Great admin. Our office staff are very friendly .gym facilities are good. Athletic department is good , but I have to mention middle school girls tennis is terrible, the coach won’t show up most days after he collects the money. Only for paid classes and selling the logo wear he comes. Other days it is totally unstructured and some parent volunteers are running it, they select teams every day and you will end up waiting for your turn since we have limited courts available. Parent volunteers prefer their kids to play naturally.
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• A+

• 1,001 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hyatts Middle School

• Olentangy Local School District, OH
• 6-8

• A+

• 880 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Berkshire Middle School

• Olentangy Local School District, OH
• 6-8
• 1 review

Alum: The teachers at Berkshire are great. The school itself is newer than many other schools and has an amazing building. It is easy to navigate and get around.
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• A+

• 969 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Olentangy Shanahan Middle School

• Olentangy Local School District, OH
• 6-8
• 4 reviews

Sophomore: This school has amazing principal and teachers. I went here and I'm really prepared for high school!
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• A+

• 1,160 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Village Academy

• Private School
• Powell, OH
• PK, K-12
• 15 reviews

Parent: VA has very small class sizes, and is selective about admissions, so students get 1 on 1 attention in a fast paced environment. Academics is excellent.

The sports programs put an emphasis on participation. The coaches and athletic department are out to build well rounded kids, not have all their athletes go pro. This means that even at the high school level, there are opportunities to participate.

The administration had some issues, but in 2016-17, initiated some changes and seem to recognize past problems and be well on the way to rectifying them.
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• A+

• 250 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

John Sells Middle School

• Dublin City School District, OH
• 6-8

• A+

• 924 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Phoenix Middle School

• Worthington City School District, OH
• 7-8

• A

• 162 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Jones Middle School

• Upper Arlington Schools, OH
• 6-8

• A

• 717 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Olentangy Orange Middle School

• Olentangy Local School District, OH
• 6-8
• 13 reviews

Alum: Overall Orange Middle School was an excellent learning environment. The teachers were very responsive and attentive to student needs, often times predicting the needs of students before they had to ask. There was a wide variety of sports and clubs to choose from including baseball/softball, orchestra, band, and choir. The school is a emotionally and physically safe learning environment where everyone feels welcome. There is also a school safety officer on school property during the day to discourage any possible incidents and protect students. The exceptionally rigorous educational curriculum put me ahead of a large portion of fellow students as I began college.
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• A

• 1,009 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Larry Larson Middle School

• Grandview Heights City School District, OH
• 6-8

• A

• 229 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bexley Middle School

• Bexley City School District, OH
• 7-8

• A

• 362 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ann Simpson Davis Middle School

• Dublin City School District, OH
• 6-8

• A

• 965 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Worthington Christian School K-12

• Private School
• Worthington, OH
• K-12
• 84 reviews

Senior: My experience at Worthington Christian has been one to remember! Throughout my four years there, I have learned academic skills along with many other social skills that will help me interact with the world through a Christian perspective. The number one thing that Worthington Christian has taught me is the ability to love and respect one another despite disagreement. I cannot wait to encounter the college life, which WCS has fully prepared me for!
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• A

• 916 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tree of Life Christian School

• Private School
• Columbus, OH
• PK, K-12
• 46 reviews

Parent: Tree of Life is a genuine community where your child is nurtured spiritually and academically! Our teachers live out their passion for Jesus through educating the students. Spiritual formation is at the center of the approach to teaching at Tree of Life. I appreciate that my kids are learning how to think, love and serve like Jesus while receiving an excellent education that allows them to accomplish anything they desire after graduation.
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• A

• 558 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hastings Middle School

• Upper Arlington Schools, OH
• 6-8
• 2 reviews

High School Senior: Teachers care, good environment, but lots of denial
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• A

• 688 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Toll Gate Middle School

• Pickerington Local School District, OH
• 5-6

• A

• 444 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

New Albany Middle School

• New Albany-Plain Local School District, OH
• 6-8
• 9 reviews

Alum: I loved middle school and learned so much while there. I always was having new challenges and being pushed academically while being supported socially.
Read 9 Reviews

• A

• 1,217 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Diley Middle School

• Pickerington Local School District, OH
• 5-6

• A

• 638 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Gahanna East Middle School

• Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools, OH
• 6-8
• 2 reviews

Niche User: I loved my experience at all Gahanna-Jefferson Schools. I met the best friends and staff that I still keep in touch with.
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• A-

• 496 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio