The mission of the Columbus Torah Academy is to develop our students into educated, contributing, active, aware members of contemporary American and Jewish societies.
To accomplish this mission, CTA is dedicated to: provide a broad based, high quality, secular education, designed to impart the critical educational and learning skills that are necessary to meet the students' future educational and/or vocational challenges.
A college-preparatory curriculum is offered with Learning Center support; provide a strong, comprehensive Jewish education, within a modern Orthodox Zionist framework, to inspire learning, living and growing in Judaism as a life-long commitment.
Our goals are for our students to make Torah values the center of their lives and to instill in them an attachment to and a sense of responsibility for the State of Israel and the Jewish people; provide an atmosphere within the school that is respectful of and sensitive to the diversity that exists within the community and our parent body, through the modeling and teaching of derech eretz (proper respect) and middot (moral behavior); and provide every Jewish child in the central Ohio area with the opportunity of a CTA education, within the limits of our educational and financial resources.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Columbus Torah Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
205 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
Average SAT score
1100
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform shirt, khaki or navy bottoms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
65%
Admissions Director
Shari Herszage
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Garden Club, Makers Meetings, Model UN Club, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Lower School Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Soccer Intramural, Tennis Lessons
Garden Club, Makers Meetings, Model UN Club, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Lower School Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Soccer Intramural, Tennis Lessons
School Notes
- The mission of the Columbus Torah Academy is to develop our students into educated, contributing, active, aware members of contemporary American and Jewish societies. To accomplish this mission, CTA is dedicated to: provide a broad based, high quality, secular education, designed to impart the critical educational and learning skills that are necessary to meet the students' future educational and/or vocational challenges. A college-preparatory curriculum is offered with Learning Center support; provide a strong, comprehensive Jewish education, within a modern Orthodox Zionist framework, to inspire learning, living and growing in Judaism as a life-long commitment. Our goals are for our students to make Torah values the center of their lives and to instill in them an attachment to and a sense of responsibility for the State of Israel and the Jewish people; provide an atmosphere within the school that is respectful of and sensitive to the diversity that exists within the community and our parent body, through the modeling and teaching of derech eretz (proper respect) and middot (moral behavior); and provide every Jewish child in the central Ohio area with the opportunity of a CTA education, within the limits of our educational and financial resources.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Columbus Torah Academy offer?
Columbus Torah Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Columbus Torah Academy's ranking?
Columbus Torah Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Columbus Torah Academy?
The application deadline for Columbus Torah Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Columbus Torah Academy located?
Columbus Torah Academy is located in the Greenbriar Farm neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
School Reviews
5 4/9/2012
My name is Cheyenne. I used to go to this school until 4th grade when I had to move. I miss this school dearly and hope to visit soon! Hi to all of my friends such as Shayna, Lele, Rosie, Dasha, and many more!
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