Top 10 Best Columbus Private Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 51 private elementary schools serving 12,514 students in Columbus, OH.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Columbus, OH include The Columbus Academy, Columbus School For Girls and The Wellington School.
The average tuition cost is $12,924, which is higher than the Ohio private elementary school average tuition cost of $7,445.
76% of private elementary schools in Columbus, OH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Columbus Private Elementary Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Columbus School For Girls
Columbus School For Girls Photo
All-girls
(2)
65 S. Drexel. Ave.
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 252-0781
Grades: NS-12
| n/a students
The Columbus Academy
The Columbus Academy Photo - Between the ages of one and six, the greatest cognitive growth occurs through social interaction. In the "responsive classrooms" in the Lower School of Columbus Academy, social and emotional learning are as important as the academic curriculum. Children in our classrooms feel a sense of belonging, that they are significant and that it is safe to take risks.
4300 Cherry Bottom Road
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
Grades: NS-12
| n/a students
Columbus Adventist Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
3650 Sunbury Rd # B
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 471-2083
Grades: K-8
| 148 students
Columbus Torah Academy
(Jewish)
(1)
181 Noe Bixby Rd
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 864-0299
Grades: K-12
| 210 students
Immaculate Conception School
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
366 E North Broadway St
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 267-6579
Grades: PK-8
| 393 students
Liberty Christian Academy
(Christian)
4938 Beatrice Dr
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
Grades: PK-12
| 454 students
St. Agatha School
(Catholic)
(4)
1880 Northam Rd
Columbus, OH 43221
(614) 488-9000
Grades: PK-8
| 218 students
St. Andrew Continuation School
(Catholic)
4081 Reed Rd
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 451-1626
Grades: PK-8
| 524 students
St. James The Less School
(Catholic)
1628 Oakland Park Ave
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 268-3311
Grades: NS-8
| 478 students
Saint Mary School German Village
Saint Mary School German Village Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
700 S. Third Street
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 444-8994
Grades: NS-8
| 280 students
795 Havens Corners Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-4930
Grades: PK-8
| 590 students
St. Michael School
(Catholic)
(1)
64 E. Selby Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 302-5247
Grades: K-8
| 388 students
Tree Of Life Christian Schools
Tree Of Life Christian Schools Photo
(Christian)
935 Northridge Rd.
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 263-2688
Grades: PK-12
| 981 students
The Wellington School
The Wellington School Photo - The Wellington School, Columbus, Ohio
(7)
3650 Reed Road
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 457-7883
Grades: NS-12
| 711 students
Worthington Christian School K-12
(Brethren)
6675 Worthington Galena Rd
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 431-8215
Grades: K-12
| 972 students
All Saints Academy
(Catholic)
(2)
2855 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 231-3391
Grades: PK-8
| 321 students
Almadina Academy
(Islamic)
5714 Columbus Sq
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 948-3153
Grades: K-1
| 14 students
Avicenna Preparatory School
(Islamic)
2721 Sawbury Blvd
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 698-2001
Grades: K-7
| 49 students
Bonner Academy
Special Education School
(3)
2440 Dawnlight Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 471-2626
Grades: 3-6
| 15 students
Bridgeway Academy
Bridgeway Academy Photo
Special Education School
1350 Alum Creek Dr
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 262-7520
Grades: NS-12
| 204 students
Calumet Christian School
Calumet Christian School Photo - Calumet Campus, Xenos Christian Schools
(Christian)
(1)
2774 Calumet Street
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 261-8136
Grades: NS-8
| 327 students
8145 N High St
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 985-1464
Grades: PK-5
| 64 students
Clintonville Academy
Clintonville Academy Photo - A sample of artwork from our students.
(1)
3916 Indianola Avenue
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 267-4799
Grades: PK-8
| 122 students
Columbus Montessori Education Center
Columbus Montessori Education Center Photo - Infant Toddler Program
Montessori School
979 S James Road
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 231-3790
Grades: PK-6
| 286 students
The Gloria S. Friend Christian Academy
(Baptist)
(1)
428 E Main St
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 221-1518
Grades: K-6
| 45 students
Harambee Christian School
(Christian)
1000 Bonham Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 291-0885
Grades: K-8
| 123 students
Haugland Learning Center-dublin
Special Education School
7690 New Market Center Way
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 602-7483
Grades: K-12
| 243 students
High Street Christian Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
7399 N High St
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 888-5145
Grades: K-12
| 88 students
Holy Spirit School
(Catholic)
4382 Duchene Ln
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 861-0475
Grades: PK-8
| 303 students
Mansion Day School
Mansion Day School Photo - What fun!
(9)
72 Woodland Avenue
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 258-4449
Grades: NS-5
| 69 students
Mater Dei Academy
Mater Dei Academy Photo
(Catholic)
3695 Elm St
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 231-1984
Grades: K-8
| 9 students
New Beginnings Christian School
(Assembly of God)
492 Williams Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 497-3815
Grades: K-8
| 97 students
Oakstone Academy
5747 Cleveland Ave
Columbus, OH 43231
(614) 865-9643
Grades: K-7
| 200 students
One School
One School Photo - Preschool, Middle School & High School Building
(Assembly of God)
817 N Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 536-6101
Grades: NS-8
| 194 students
Our Lady Of Peace School
(Catholic)
40 E Dominion Blvd
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 267-4535
Grades: K-8
| 231 students
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Columbus, Ohio Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
4099 Karl Road
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 267-7531
Grades: PK-5
| 102 students
Ecole Francaise (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
5120 Godown Rd
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 451-1309
Grades: K-5
| 59 students
860 Griswold St
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 885-5664
Grades: K-10
| 106 students
4663 Trabue Road
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 878-3961
Grades: 5-8
| 39 students
767 N Cassady Ave
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 252-7136
Grades: K-5
| 87 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Columbus, OH?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Columbus, OH include The Columbus Academy, Columbus School For Girls and The Wellington School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Columbus, OH?
51 private elementary schools are located in Columbus, OH.
How much do private elementary schools cost in Columbus, OH?
The average tuition cost is $12,924, which is higher than the Ohio private school average tuition cost of $7,445.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Columbus, OH?
Columbus, OH private elementary schools are approximately 42% minority students, which is higher than the Ohio private school average of 24%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Columbus, OH?
76% of private elementary schools in Columbus, OH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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