For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,414 students in 43081, OH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43081, OH are Cornerstone Academy Community School, Blendon Middle School and Walnut Springs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 43081 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 43081, OH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 43081, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornerstone Academy Community School
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6015 E Walnut St
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 775-0615
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 775-0615
Gr: K-12 | 1,192 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Blendon Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
223 S Otterbein Ave
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 797-6400
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 797-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Walnut Springs Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
888 E Walnut St
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 797-6700
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 797-6700
Gr: 6-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 43081, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 43081, OH include Cornerstone Academy Community School, Blendon Middle School and Walnut Springs Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 43081?
3 public middle schools are located in 43081.
What is the racial composition of students in 43081?
43081 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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