Columbus School For Girls (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

For more than 125 years, Columbus School for Girls has empowered students to discover their distinct potential as learners and leaders.
Serving girls ages 3 through grade 12, CSG provides a research-informed, all-girls education where confidence is intentionally cultivated through rigorous academics, meaningful leadership opportunities, and a supportive community designed to help every student thrive.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Yearly Tuition: $31,500
Acceptance rate: 96%
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 6 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Columbus School For Girls ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1898

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. May 28, 2027

Campus Size

65 acres

School Motto

Forte et Gratum

Student Body

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

31%

State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

74 teachers

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

13 students

Average SAT score

1370

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Campbell plaid skirt, white polo, navy cardigan

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

Advanced Courses

AP Biology; AP Calculus AB; AP Calculus BC; AP Chemistry; AP English Language; AP English Literature; AP European History; AP Government & Politics: US; AP Government & Politics: Comparative; AP Latin; AP Music Theory; AP Physics C: Mechanics; AP SpanishHonors Algebra II; Honors Biology; Honors Chemistry; Honors Geometry; Honors Physics; Honors U.S. History (Grade X); Post-AP Multivariable Calculus/Linear Algebra; Post-AP Advance Reading in Latin Literature

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 6 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$31,500

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Tuition Notes

$2.4 million in need-based financial aid is available

% on Financial Aid

38%

Acceptance Rate

96%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Mike House

Admissions Associate

Jeni Blackburn

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$10 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Track and FieldVolleyball

Colors

Red, Gold

School Mascot

Unicorns

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

26 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

30+ special interest and awareness clubsAuthor visits

book club and school literary magazineboth internal and external

cooking classesD.C. (VIII)

FIRST LEGO Robotics league and First Robotics Teamgardening

Middle School overnight class trips to Camp Wilson (VI)piano and swimming

School newspaper and YearbookScience Discovery at Stone Laboratory (VII) and Washington

service learning projectsStudent council

Upper School May Program: Mini-courses and internships

Arts and Music Programs:

band and choir begin in Grade 4Fine Arts and Photography

Four main stage theater programsInstrumental and vocal music including strings and select choir

StringsUpper School form XI trip to Stratford Shakespeare Festival in Ontario

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Field HockeyLacrosse

Lower school form IV and V offer BasketballSoccer Skills

Tennis and Volleyball

School Notes

Since 1898, Columbus School for Girls has helped generations of girls find and know their power, giving them the tools to become leaders and changemakers worldwide. From age three, our students thrive in an inclusive environment with a curriculum that educates the whole girl. Guided by top faculty members from across the country, CSG girls have access to a robust curriculum and experiential learning opportunities that enlighten and challenge them. Our comprehensive curriculum prepares our students for success in an ever-changing, global society that demands resilience and flexibility. Gaining mastery of vital skills for college and the careers of tomorrow, CSG girls achieve academically and develop crucial social-emotional habits of mind they will carry with them throughout their lives.For over 125 years, CSG girls have embodied our motto of Forte et Gratum-strength and grace. With grit and determination, they take healthy risks that shape them into resilient, capable women. No matter their challenges, our graduates are supported by the foundational skills they nurtured in an institution that puts girls first. Nowhere is the joy and potential of girlhood celebrated quite like at CSG. Discover the magic for yourself.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Maya Zinkow '10, Rabbi -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Columbus School For Girls cost?

Columbus School For Girls's tuition is approximately $31,500 for private students.

What schools are Columbus School For Girls often compared to?

Columbus School For Girls is often viewed alongside schools like The Columbus Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Columbus School For Girls?

The acceptance rate of Columbus School For Girls is 96%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

Who are famous alumni from Columbus School For Girls?

Columbus School For Girls famous alumni include: Maya Zinkow '10, Rabbi.

What sports does Columbus School For Girls offer?

Columbus School For Girls offers 12 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Columbus School For Girls is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for most sports offered.

What is Columbus School For Girls's ranking?

Columbus School For Girls ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Columbus School For Girls?

The application deadline for Columbus School For Girls is Feb. 6 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 6 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 8/28/2019

CSG had great potential, but their elitist and out of touch attitude ruined their honestly superior academic curriculum. The teachers and administration are arrogant and insist on evaluating people by the color of their skin. The student body is primarily Jewish, and the worldview follows from their superior view towards other races and ethnicities, with the favored identities taking precedence. The girls are snobbish. It did give me a good foundation for my future but at the expense of any semblance of quality of life or enjoyment of high school. I attended for 7 years and hated every single one. The reviews won't let me give the school anything but 5 stars. Figures.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Jane Eden

5 4/6/2019

I absolutely love CSG for my daughter over the last 6 years. The school atmosphere is a peaceful and safe place for my daughter to spread her wings. The teachers are definitely on your team to shape your daughter into being a brilliant, independent, kind individual. The best part is that all the families want to be there, and are supportive of the administration; it's a great environment for a child to learn.

- Posted by Parent - 6yr parent

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Columbus, OH is $12,838 for elementary schools and $19,281 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Columbus, OH is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).