Bridgeway Academy Photo

Top 20 Best Columbus Private Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 54 private elementary schools serving 13,771 students in Columbus, OH.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Columbus, OH include The Columbus Academy, Columbus School For Girls, and St. Mary School.
The average tuition cost is $12,924, which is higher than the Ohio private elementary school average tuition cost of $7,436.
74% of private elementary schools in Columbus, OH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Columbus Private Elementary Schools (2024-25)

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
All Saints Academy
(Catholic)
(2)
2855 E Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 231-3391
Grades: PK-8
| 372 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
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
| 141 students
Columbus Torah Academy
(Jewish)
(1)
181 Noe Bixby Rd
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 864-0299
Grades: K-12
| 205 students
Holy Spirit School
(Catholic)
4382 Duchene Ln
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 861-0475
Grades: K-8
| 314 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
| 236 students
St. Andrew Continuation School
(Catholic)
4081 Reed Rd
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 451-1626
Grades: PK-8
| 524 students
St. Catharine School
(Catholic)
2865 Fair Ave
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 235-1396
Grades: NS-8
| 299 students
St. Cecilia Elementary School
(Catholic)
440 Norton Rd
Columbus, OH 43228
(614) 878-3555
Grades: PK-8
| 298 students
St. James The Less School
(Catholic)
1628 Oakland Park Ave
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 268-3311
Grades: NS-8
| 478 students
St. Mary Magdalene School
(Catholic)
2940 Parkside Rd
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 279-9935
Grades: PK-8
| 311 students
St. Mary School
St. Mary School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
700 S. Third Street
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 444-8994
Grades: PK-8
| 367 students
795 Havens Corners Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-4930
Grades: PK-8
| 621 students
St. Michael School
(Catholic)
(1)
64 E. Selby Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 885-3149
Grades: K-8
| 364 students
Shepherd Christian School
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
Grades: PK-6
| 335 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
(Brethren)
6670 Worthington Galena Rd
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 431-8215
Grades: K-12
| 768 students
Worthington Christian School K-12
(Christian)
6675 Worthington Galena Rd
Columbus, OH 43085
(614) 431-8215
Grades: K-12
| 972 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
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
| 119 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
| 114 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
(Baptist)
7399 N High St
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 888-5145
Grades: K-12
| 92 students
Highland Community Learning Center
Special Education School
(1)
5120 Godown Rd
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 210-0830
Grades: 1-12
| 54 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
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 St. Mary School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Columbus?
54 private elementary schools are located in Columbus.
How much do private elementary schools cost in Columbus?
The average tuition cost is $12,924, which is higher than the Ohio private school average tuition cost of $7,436.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Columbus?
Columbus private elementary schools are approximately 38% minority students, which is higher than the Ohio private school average of 24%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Columbus?
74% of private elementary schools in Columbus are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private elementary schools in Columbus are often viewed compared to one another?

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