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Best South Columbus Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 599 students in the neighborhood of South Columbus, Columbus, OH.
The top ranked private schools in South Columbus include Children's Academy and St. Mary School.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Ohio private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
80% of private schools in South Columbus are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Assembly of God).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked South Columbus Private Schools (2026)

Map of Children's Academy
Children's Academy
Gr: PK-K | 33 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
100 Obetz Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 491-3270
(1)
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St. Mary School
Gr: PK-8 | 367 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
700 S. Third Street
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 444-8994
(2)
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Kimberly Parkway KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
4235 Kimberly Pkwy North
Columbus, OH 43232
(614) 868-8909
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Map of New Beginnings Christian School
New Beginnings Christian School
Gr: PK-8 | 107 students
Assembly of God
492 Williams Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 497-3815
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Map of St. Paul Lutheran School
St. Paul Lutheran School
Gr: K-8 | 92 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
322 Stewart Ave
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 444-4216
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of South Columbus, Columbus, OH?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of South Columbus, Columbus, OH include Children's Academy and St. Mary School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of South Columbus, Columbus?
5 private schools are located in the neighborhood of South Columbus, Columbus.
How diverse are private schools in the neighborhood of South Columbus, Columbus?
the neighborhood of South Columbus, Columbus private schools are approximately 41% minority students, which is higher than the Ohio private school average of 25%.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of South Columbus, Columbus?
80% of private schools in the neighborhood of South Columbus, Columbus are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Assembly of God).

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