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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.
The Columbus Academy

Most Selective Private Elementary Schools in Ohio

The average private elementary school acceptance rate in Ohio is 84% per year (2025-26).
The most selective school in Ohio is St. Dominic School, with an acceptance rate of 10%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 10% 75% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 49%

Most Selective Private Elementary Schools in Ohio (2025-26)

School
Acceptance Rate
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
St. Dominic School
St. Dominic School Photo - Tomorrow's Leaders Start Here!
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 10%
Grades: K-8
3455 Norwood Road
Beachwood, OH 44122
(216) 561-4400
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
University School
University School Photo - University School Upper Campus
All-boys
Acceptance Rate: 10%
Grades: PK-12
2785 SOM Center Road
Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
(216) 831-2200
Rank: #3 - 133. - 13.
Acton Academy Columbus
Acton Academy Columbus Photo
Alternative School
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: K-8
5762 Wilcox Rd
Dublin, OH 43016
(614) 603-7227
Rank: #3 - 133. - 13.
Brownstone Private Child Care
Alternative School
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-5
18225 Sloane Ave
Lakewood, OH 44107
(216) 221-1470
Rank: #3 - 133. - 13.
Gesu Elementary School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-8
2045 Parkside Blvd
Toledo, OH 43607
(419) 536-5634
Rank: #3 - 133. - 13.
Marburn Academy
Marburn Academy Photo - A Lower Division student works on a project in the common area.
Special Education School
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: 1-12
9555 Johnstown Road
New Albany, OH 43054
(614) 433-0822
Rank: #3 - 133. - 13.
Maumee Valley Country Day School
Maumee Valley Country Day School Photo - Maumee Valley is more than a school and more than a group of people -- it is a community of learners, a way of life; it is the way we engage with the world. A Maumee Valley education is a personal journey of discovery and of action.
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-12
1715 S Reynolds Road
Toledo, OH 43614
(419) 381-1313
Rank: #3 - 133. - 13.
Minerva Area Christian School
Minerva Area Christian School Photo
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: NS-8
300 W Lincolnway
Minerva, OH 44657
(330) 868-5728
Rank: #3 - 133. - 13.
Ottawa County Christian Academy
Ottawa County Christian Academy Photo
(Baptist)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: K-12
325 S. Toussaint-portage Rd.
Oak Harbor, OH 43449
(419) 898-3888
Rank: #3 - 133. - 13.
Our Lady Of Consolation School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-8
401 Clay St
Carey, OH 43316
(419) 396-6166
Rank: #3 - 133. - 13.
Ruffing Montessori School
Ruffing Montessori School Photo - Ruffing's deep bench of experienced Montessori-trained teachers ensures the consistency of our Montessori educational delivery, from the Toddler Community to the Middle School.
Montessori School
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: NS-8
3380 Fairmount Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 321-7571
Rank: #3 - 133. - 13.
Village Christian School
Alternative School
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: 8-12
4581 Long Spurling Road
Pleasant Plain, OH 45162
(513) 877-2125
Rank: #3 - 133. - 13.
Winton Place Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: K-6
4600 N Edgewood Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45232
(513) 681-9480
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Lawrence School-upper School Campus
Special Education School
Acceptance Rate: 30%
Grades: 1-12
10036 Olde 8 Rd
Northfield, OH 44067
(440) 526-0003
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
The Wellington School
The Wellington School Photo - Senior Run 2025, The Wellington School, Columbus, Ohio
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 30%
Grades: NS-12
3650 Reed Road
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 457-7883
Rank: #1616.
St. Vincent De Paul School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 45%
Grades: PK-8
206 E Chestnut St
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
(740) 393-3611
Rank: #1717.
Toledo Christian Schools
Toledo Christian Schools Photo
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 52%
Grades: PK-12
2303 Brookford Dr
Toledo, OH 43614
(419) 389-8700
Rank: #1818.
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.
Acceptance Rate: 57%
Grades: NS-12
4300 Cherry Bottom Road
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
Rank: #1919.
The Miami Valley School
The Miami Valley School Photo - Founded in 1964, The Miami Valley School is the Dayton area's premier Pre-K through 12th grade school, ranking #1 in the Dayton area for Private High School, Overall High School, STEM Programs, Best Teachers, and College Preparation.
(5)
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: NS-12
5151 Denise Dr
Dayton, OH 45429
(937) 434-4444
Rank: #2020.
Cincinnati Country Day School
Cincinnati Country Day School Photo - We are a coeducational, college preparatory, private school in Indian Hill, Ohio serving students from 18 months to 18 years.
(5)
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Grades: NS-12
6905 Given Road
Cincinnati, OH 45243
(513) 979-0220
Rank: #2121.
Cincinnati Waldorf School
Cincinnati Waldorf School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
Acceptance Rate: 68%
Grades: NS-12
6743 Chestnut Street
Cincinnati, OH 45227
(513) 541-0220
Rank: #22 - 2622. - 26.
Andrews Osborne Academy
Andrews Osborne Academy Photo - A newly renovated Student Union and Cafe serve our students needs.
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-12
38588 Mentor Ave
Willoughby, OH 44094
(440) 942-3600
Rank: #22 - 2622. - 26.
Birchwood School of Hawken
Birchwood School of Hawken Photo - Birchwood School of Hawken inspires children to set goals, be productive and develop an attitude toward life that is positive, purposeful, and fulfilling. Children develop ethics of hard work, self-discipline, fortitude, and responsibility so children can reach their goals.
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-8
4400 West 140th Street
Cleveland, OH 44135
(216) 251-2321
Rank: #22 - 2622. - 26.
Discovery School
Discovery School Photo - Horse back riding at RaeMelton.
Alternative School
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-6
855 Millsboro Road
Mansfield, OH 44903
(419) 756-8880
Rank: #22 - 2622. - 26.
Gilmour Academy
(Catholic)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-12
34001 Cedar Rd
Gates Mills, OH 44040
(440) 473-8065
Rank: #22 - 2622. - 26.
Tree Of Life Christian School-clintonville
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-5
50 Westview Ave
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 299-4906
Rank: #2727.
Grand River Academy
Grand River Academy Photo - Students on campus.
All-boys
Acceptance Rate: 71%
Grades: 8-12
3042 College Street
Austinburg, OH 44010
(440) 275-2811
Rank: #2828.
St. Joseph School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 72%
Grades: PK-8
5411 Main St
Sylvania, OH 43560
(419) 882-6670
Rank: #29 - 3729. - 37.
Bethany School
Bethany School Photo - Bethany School is a place where children thrive.
(Episcopal)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: K-8
555 Albion Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45246
(513) 771-7462
Rank: #29 - 3729. - 37.
Grove City Christian School
(Church of the Nazarene)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-12
4750 Hoover Rd
Grove City, OH 43123
(614) 875-3000
Rank: #29 - 3729. - 37.
Hathaway Brown School
Hathaway Brown School Photo
All-girls
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: NS-12
19600 North Park Blvd
Beachwood, OH 44122
(216) 320-8767
Rank: #29 - 3729. - 37.
Hillel Academy Of Greater Dayton
(Jewish)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-8
305 Sugar Camp Cir
Dayton, OH 45409
(937) 277-8966
Rank: #29 - 3729. - 37.
Legacy Christian Academy
Legacy Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(5)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-12
1101 Wesley Ave
Xenia, OH 45385
(937) 352-1640
Rank: #29 - 3729. - 37.
Notre Dame Academy
Notre Dame Academy Photo
All-girls (Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: 7-12
3535 W Sylvania Avenue
Toledo, OH 43623
(419) 475-9359
Rank: #29 - 3729. - 37.
Ramah Christian Academy
Ramah Christian Academy Photo - Ramah has two kindergarten classes. One class is for students who have late birthdays but will turn 5 before January 1. The second kindergarten class is for students whose birthday falls before July 31st of this year.
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: K-8
4770 Lee Road
Cleveland, OH 44128
(440) 463-2825
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