2023 Best Places to Teach in Franklin County

• Dublin, OH•

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  Rating 4.53 out of 5  102 reviews

Senior: Within the Dublin City School District, Dublin Jerome High School has ranked the highest out of the three high schools that make up Dublin City. Ranked #17 within Ohio and #477 in National rankings, Jerome is one of the highest rated schools based on above average college readiness index scores, AP test scores, AP passing grades,and proficiency in both mathematics and english. Following Jerome High School is Dublin Coffman High School with a National ranking at #484 and a state ranking at #18. While Dublin Scioto High School scored well above average, almost perfect scores in both english and mathematics proficiencies, the school’s rating dropped it to #725 nationally and #29 in the state of Ohio, based on the college readiness index and AP placement, testing and passing scores. Determining Dublin City School’s overall score were a 4.2 out of 5 satisfaction rating, an A+ grade based on the school’s teachers, an A+ grade for clubs.... Read 102 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Average teacher salary $96,723

• New Albany, OH•

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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  55 reviews

Senior: The campus contains grades 1-12, allowing a cohesiveness I have never experienced before (This is my 7th school), but is still separated by school (elem, Intermed, middle, HS). This brings a sense of unity and school spirit, as well as many other advantages. Diversity is welcomed, and socioeconomic acceptance was much better than expected. Many teachers care about the student, and want you to understand the subject matter with deeper thought behind it. Beautiful campus!... Read 55 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Average teacher salary $89,074

• Bexley, OH•

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  21 reviews

Alum: In the two years that I attended Bexley, I had an overall really wonderful experience. The students were welcoming and the teachers were all very supportive of my transition and helped me thrive in their classes. I was able to make friends playing sports and doing theatre, art club and taking advanced courses too! I felt a strong sense of community with those I shared ideals with, which were many of my peers and felt that I was pushed academically and prepared for the college application process.... Read 21 reviews

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• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Average teacher salary $93,425

• Gahanna, OH•

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  Rating 4.16 out of 5  110 reviews

Alum: Gahanna-Jefferson Public schools are very diverse and filled with all walks of life! Many of the teachers are great, however, like many schools system, there are issues. However, they continued to work on these issues which gives me great hope for future students coming in.... Read 110 reviews

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• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Average teacher salary $90,081

• Upper Arlington, OH•

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  Rating 4.09 out of 5  33 reviews

Alum: I thought the education was incredible. Great teachers, great course offerings. However, the community can be quite cold, unwelcoming, and shallow.... Read 33 reviews

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• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Average teacher salary $95,087

• Columbus, OH•

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  Rating 4.79 out of 5  14 reviews

Alum: The teachers are all wonderful and care about their students on a personal level. The school district is small and personal. The commute is simple because of how small the town is so it's easy to get from home to school safely. There are tons of extracurricular activities to participate in. You'll never run out of things to do!... Read 14 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Average teacher salary $83,042

• Worthington, OH•

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  56 reviews

Senior: The Worthington City School District has many alternative schools that allow students to pursue a more hands-on education. For example, Linworth Experiential Program and Delaware Area Career Center are two excellent schools that encourage students to develop passions in their prospective careers.... Read 56 reviews

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• grade A

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Average teacher salary $89,729

• Columbus, OH•

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  12 reviews

Senior: I love that my school strives to give their students the best education experience possible. They offer many opportunities for students to take college courses while in high school, join extracurricular activities, and provide information to contact military services (for students who want to enlist) and colleges (for those who want to enroll). My school is very proud of their students and always encourages us to do our best and to treat others with respect. Go Rangers!... Read 12 reviews

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• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Average teacher salary $78,509

• Columbus, OH•

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  Rating 4.18 out of 5  91 reviews

Parent: Very nice school district! Teachers care about the students, and most spend extra time ensuring the students are successful. Diverse curriculum to ensure student's success regardless of the path they wish to take after high school. Highly recommend!... Read 91 reviews

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• grade A

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Average teacher salary $79,590

• Westerville, OH•

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  91 reviews

Senior: I began school in this district at the beginning of my fourth grade year. My elementary teachers were very welcoming, and I was placed into advanced classes, like my previous school placed me into. Once I got to middle school, I had similar relationships. Every time I asked a question, my teachers would make sure I understood the answer before moving on. They did this with all students in my classes. As a high school student, the teachers did the best they could with how many students came through their classrooms. At Westerville Central, my high school, there are so many students that seniors do not get lockers. Students cannot open enroll into my school from another Westerville high school because we have too many students. Being over capacity at Central worries me because it means that teachers cannot focus on making sure every single student understands the subject before moving on.... Read 91 reviews

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• grade B+

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Average teacher salary $75,115

• Canal Winchester, OH•

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  32 reviews

Niche User: I had the pleasure of doing business with the Canal Winchester administrative team. Specifically, their HR and IT teams were wonderful, collaborative, and kind. Based on this experience, I’d highly recommend any interested parents and students to consider the Canal Winchester School District!... Read 32 reviews

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• grade B+

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Average teacher salary $72,372

• Reynoldsburg, OH•

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  54 reviews

Senior: In Reynoldsburg City Schools, I like that there are a lot of different choices for academic classes, so students never need to feel stuck with their schedule. There are a lot of options for classes like electives, different levels of mathematics, different sciences, etc. However, I feel like the discipline could be improved because during my experience here, I choose to be very respectful to every teacher and staff member, but a lot of students do not choose this. They never listen to teachers, are disruptive in class, and often get absolutely no punishment for their actions.... Read 54 reviews

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• grade B

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Average teacher salary $73,181

• Grove City, OH•

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  86 reviews

Junior: While I have been in this inner-city school district my whole life and have no other experiences with school districts, it is fairly so my opinion may be biased. Even so, the South-Western City School district has been nothing but beneficial, helping me build upon all my academic skills, with more than plentiful teachers who all along the way have opened many doors to what I need to keep moving forward. With a reinforced ESL program, multiple core academic accelerated programs, district-bought resources for all students, and strong support toward fine arts programs such as band, orchestra, and choir, SWCSD is prone to help all their students reach at least one life-changing opportunity before walking the stage their senior year and moving to whatever path they walk after their K-12 education.... Read 86 reviews

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• grade B

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Average teacher salary $82,082

• Groveport, OH•

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  51 reviews

Senior: This school has changed so much in my four years. We moved into a brand new building my sophomore year of high school. I genuinely feel this had a big impact on the overall moral around the building. People were kinder, more positive, and we had so much school spirit. My junior year, our varsity football team made it to the playoffs for the first time in years. No matter who you were or whether or not you cared about football, you were so excited for the team. Throughout this pandemic, the staff has made sure to do everything they could for us and put our mental health first. We have had some questionable moments, but there’s no doubt our school is amazing.... Read 51 reviews

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• grade C+

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Average teacher salary $82,162

• Columbus, OH•

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  254 reviews

Senior: My enrollment in the Columbus City School District was one of the best decisions I have ever made! 2016 was when I first enrolled in this district. I previously was in the Delaware City School District and if I could rate that particular district, I would give it a one-star review. It was a terrible experience. Thankfully, I found a much better district. One that cares about its students and their futures. The first thing I noticed about the Columbus City School district was its cultural diversity. I've learned so much. This opportunity shaped me into a well-rounded woman. With open-mindedness, passion, and kindness, I was able to accept everyone as they are. Since 2016, my social life has expanded enormously. I will forever be immensely grateful for this district and what they offered me. I could write forever about Columbus City Schools but sadly there's a limit. One last thing I will mention is its support. There has never been a day where I felt behind or in the shadows.... Read 254 reviews

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• grade C

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Average teacher salary $75,949

• Whitehall, OH•

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  Rating 4.09 out of 5  11 reviews

Works Here: As a parent of 2 current students and a current employee, I absolutely love working in the WCS district. I started working here 3 years ago as a preschool aide and I am now a special needs educational aide for the district. I love working with different children and teachers. I am also enrolled in Eastern Gateway Community College in their Prekindergarten Care and Education program to obtain my Associates degree. I was able to take this opportunity thanks to our school union. I love how our district works together for the betterment of our students. Our district is small but mighty when it comes to education and wanting what's best for the children.... Read 11 reviews

• grade C minus

• grade C+

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Average teacher salary $71,868