Harambee Christian School
Christian school (nondenominational) · Grades Pre-K–8
Growing: enrollment up 18% since 2011–12
Columbus, OH
BOverall grade142 students13 students per teacher
Private schools in Columbus, OH
51 private schools in Columbus, OH, with grades, size and class sizes.
By type
Catholic schools 15Christian schools 17Montessori schools 3Independent schools 4High schools 15Preschools 10Special education schools 5
Trinity Elementary School
Parish school · Grades Pre-K–8
One of 14 Catholic schools in Columbus
Columbus, OH
A-Overall grade131 students13 students per teacher
New Beginnings Christian School
Assembly of God school · Grades Pre-K–8
Growing: enrollment up 91% since 2011–12
Columbus, OH
A-Overall grade130 students13 students per teacher
Clintonville Academy
Independent school · Grades Pre-K–8
One of 4 independent schools in Columbus
Columbus, OH
BOverall grade115 students12 students per teacher
Tooba Academy
Islamic school · Grade 1
A private school in Columbus
Columbus, OH
BOverall grade110 students9 students per teacher
St. Paul Lutheran School
Lutheran (Wisconsin Synod) school · Grades K–8
Growing: enrollment up 63% since 2011–12
Columbus, OH
A-Overall grade96 students13 students per teacher
Highland Community Learning Center
Special education school · Grades K–12
Smaller classes than 69% of special education schools in Ohio
Columbus, OH
AOverall grade73 students5 students per teacher
High Street Christian Academy
Baptist school · Grades K–12
One of 15 Christian schools in Columbus
Columbus, OH
B+Overall grade70 students9 students per teacher
The Learning Spectrum
Special education school · Grades Pre-K–12
Small classes: about 6 students per teacher
Columbus, OH
A-Overall grade70 students6 students per teacher
Westside Christian School
Christian school (nondenominational) · Grades K–3
One of 15 Christian schools in Columbus
Columbus, OH
B+Overall grade62 students12 students per teacher
St. Vincent Family Center
Special education school · Grades Pre-K–5
Serving families in Columbus since at least 2011
Columbus, OH
B+Overall grade60 students9 students per teacher
The Juniper School
Independent school · Grades K–6
One of 4 independent schools in Columbus
Columbus, OH
BOverall grade55 students10 students per teacher
Akili Christian High School
Christian school (nondenominational) · Grades 9–12
Smaller classes than 63% of Christian schools nationwide
Columbus, OH
A-Overall grade50 students8 students per teacher
Mansion Day School
Independent school · Grades Pre-K–5
The smallest classes of any independent school in Columbus
Columbus, OH
AOverall grade47 students6 students per teacher
The Bonner Academy at the Buckeye Ranch
Special education school · Grades 3–11
Smaller classes than 93% of special education schools in Ohio
Columbus, OH
AOverall grade25 students2 students per teacher
Balanced Family Academy
Early childhood program · Kindergarten only
The largest preschool in Columbus
Columbus, OH
B+Overall grade24 students8 students per teacher
Anchor Baptist School
Baptist school · Grades K–12
The smallest classes of any Christian school in Columbus
Columbus, OH
A-Overall grade23 students6 students per teacher
Our Lady of Bethlehem School & Childcare
Independent Catholic school · Grades Pre-K–K
Serving families in Columbus since at least 2011
Columbus, OH
A-Overall grade20 students10 students per teacher
Linworth Childrens Center
Early childhood program · Grades Pre-K–K
Serving families in Columbus since at least 2011
Columbus, OH
A-Overall grade19 students10 students per teacher
Montessori Children's House
Montessori school · Grades Pre-K–K
Smaller classes than 76% of preschools in Ohio
Columbus, OH
AOverall grade19 students3 students per teacher
Osu Child Care Center
Early childhood program · Grades Pre-K–K
One of 10 preschools in Columbus
Columbus, OH
A-Overall grade18 students9 students per teacher
Primrose School of Reynoldsburg
Early childhood program · Grades Pre-K–K
One of 10 preschools in Columbus
Columbus, OH
B+Overall grade13 students13 students per teacher
Jolly Tots Too!
Early childhood program · Grades Pre-K–K
Smaller classes than 63% of preschools in Ohio
Columbus, OH
A-Overall grade12 students6 students per teacher
Mater Dei Academy
Independent Catholic school · Grades K–8
Smaller classes than 100% of Catholic schools in Ohio
Columbus, OH
AOverall grade12 students3 students per teacher
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Questions about private schools in Columbus, OH
How many private schools are in Columbus, OH?
51 private schools in Columbus, OH, with about 9,881 students in all, according to official public records.
What kinds of private schools are in Columbus, OH?
The most common are Christian schools (17), Catholic schools (15), special education schools (5), independent schools (4).
Are there private high schools in Columbus, OH?
Yes: 15 private schools in Columbus, OH teach through 12th grade.
How many private schools in Columbus, OH offer pre-K?
29 private schools in Columbus, OH offer pre-K. Ask each one about ages, hours and openings.
How many students per teacher do private schools in Columbus, OH have?
The average school has 10.3 students per teacher.
How much does private school cost in Columbus, OH?
Tuition varies from school to school. Call each school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans. Ohio has programs that can help pay private school tuition; ask whether the school takes part.
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Based on official public records. Ask each school about tuition and admissions.