The Columbus Academy

4300 Cherry Bottom Road
Columbus, OH 43230

The Columbus Academy Photo #1 - 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 Photo #2 - Plays, musicals, cabaret skits, improvisation-Columbus Academy students get many opportunities to shine in the spotlight and back stage. Performance is not an extra-curricular activity at Academy but an essential part of a student`s personal and academic growth, teaching accountability and instilling confidence in their talents.

The Columbus Academy Photo #3 - At Columbus Academy, technology is not overlaid upon the curriculum, it is embedded throughout the curriculum. It is not a subject to master, nor a shiny new object to possess, but a tool to use to get where the students need to go.

Founded in 1911, Columbus Academy is a coeducational school enrolling 1,171 students from our Explorers Program to Grade 12. Academy offers a challenging liberal arts, college preparatory program. Located on a 231-acre campus nine miles northeast of Columbus, the school draws a diverse student body of 434 students in grades 9 through 12, from a 30-mile radius in central Ohio. Approximately 25% of the student body receives financial assistance to help with the cost of tuition.

Quick Stats (2023)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Yearly Tuition: $30,000
Acceptance rate: 57%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Columbus Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Year Founded

1911

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Link to Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

n/a

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

16%

State avg.: 23%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

170 teachers

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

88%

Average Class Size

16 students

Number of AP Courses

19 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

Biology, Calculus 1, Calculus 2, Chemistry, Chinese, Comparative Government, Computer Science 1, Economics, English Composition, English Literature, Latin, Modern European History, Physics 1, Physics 2, Spanish Language, Statistics, US Government, US History, World History

Average SAT score

1325

Average ACT score

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Link to Matriculation Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Khaki pants/skirts, polo shirts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$30,000

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Each year, students in PreK through Grade 12 receive grants totaling more than $3.2 million from Academy, with the average grant just over $11,000.00.

Summer Program Cost Notes

More information at www.columbusacademy.org/summer

% on Financial Aid

25%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$12,000

Acceptance Rate

57%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

John Wuorinen

Admissions Associate

Lisa Spolter

Endowment Size

$35 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

16 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling

School Notes

Founded in 1911, Columbus Academy is a coeducational school enrolling 1,171 students from our Explorers Program to Grade 12. Academy offers a challenging liberal arts, college preparatory program. Located on a 231-acre campus nine miles northeast of Columbus, the school draws a diverse student body of 434 students in grades 9 through 12, from a 30-mile radius in central Ohio. Approximately 25% of the student body receives financial assistance to help with the cost of tuition.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Columbus Academy cost?

The Columbus Academy's tuition is approximately $30,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of The Columbus Academy?

The acceptance rate of The Columbus Academy is 57%, which is lower than the national average of 89%. The Columbus Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Ohio with low acceptance rates.

Does The Columbus Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, The Columbus Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does The Columbus Academy offer?

The Columbus Academy offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. The Columbus Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for most sports offered.

What is The Columbus Academy's ranking?

The Columbus Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for The Columbus Academy?

The application deadline for The Columbus Academy is Feb. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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