For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 private schools serving 1,290 students in 43230, OH (there are , serving 7,449 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in 43230, OH are educated in private schools (compared to the OH state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 43230, OH include The Columbus Academy, Shepherd Christian School, and St. Matthew The Apostle Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 76%, which is lower than the Ohio private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
38% of private schools in 43230, OH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Assembly of God).
Top Ranked 43230 Ohio ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4300 Cherry Bottom Road
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
Gr: NS-12 Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Matthew The Apostle Catholic School
(Catholic)
795 Havens Corners Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-4930
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-4930
Gr: PK-8 | 621 students
Shepherd Christian School![Shepherd Christian School Photo - Built in 2004, Shepherd Christian School was designed specifically for elementary instruction. Shepherd Christian School Photo - Built in 2004, Shepherd Christian School was designed specifically for elementary instruction.]()

(Church of the Nazarene)
425 S Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-0859
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-0859
Gr: PK-6 | 335 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cherry Way KinderCare![Cherry Way KinderCare Photo - Younger Infant Classroom Cherry Way KinderCare Photo - Younger Infant Classroom]()

Daycare / Preschool
1341 Cherry Way Dr.
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 475-2116
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 475-2116
Gr: NS-PK
Jolly Tots Too!
Daycare / Preschool
5511 N Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-0688
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-0688
Gr: PK-K | 140 students
North Stygler KinderCare![North Stygler KinderCare Photo - The view of our Toddler Classroom as you walk into the classroom. You can see the circle area where the children enjoying singing, dancing, and listening to stories. North Stygler KinderCare Photo - The view of our Toddler Classroom as you walk into the classroom. You can see the circle area where the children enjoying singing, dancing, and listening to stories.]()

Daycare / Preschool
139 North Stygler Rd.
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-2000
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-2000
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
One School![One School Photo - Preschool, Middle School & High School Building One School Photo - Preschool, Middle School & High School Building]()

(Assembly of God)
817 N Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 536-6101
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 536-6101
Gr: NS-8 | 194 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 43230, OH?
The top ranked private schools in 43230, OH include The Columbus Academy, Shepherd Christian School, and St. Matthew The Apostle Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 43230?
8 private schools are located in 43230.
How diverse are private schools in 43230?
43230 private schools are approximately 30% minority students, which is higher than the Ohio private school average of 25%.
What percentage of students in 43230 go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in 43230 are educated in private schools (compared to the OH state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 43230?
38% of private schools in 43230 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Assembly of God).
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