5.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Grove City, Ohio

22 schools · 10 Elementary · 6 Middle · 2 High · 4 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 17

Private: 5

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.3/10

Estimated Scores: 29%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.3/10
Median household income: $87,883
Median home value: $262,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 31%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 74%

How Grove City compares

Ohio rank

#399 of 442

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.9

below Ohio avg (6.2)

Median household income

$88k

123% of Ohio median

Schools in this city

21

About Schools in Grove City, Ohio

Grove City, Ohio is home to 22 schools, including 17 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Grove City show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Grove City is Jackson Middle School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Grove City is served by 1 school district: South-Western City. These districts collectively serve 21,873 students.

Grove City's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $87,883. The poverty rate in the area is 7.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (22) Academics (22) Growth (15) Diversity (15) Resources (17)

Filter by ZIP: 43123 (22)

Elementary Schools

10 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	JC Sommer Elementary School 550 students · Kindergarten–4th	550	Kindergarten–4th	6.6
2	Buckeye Woods Elementary School 741 students · Kindergarten–4th	741	Kindergarten–4th	6.5
3	Monterey Elementary School 440 students · Kindergarten–4th	440	Kindergarten–4th	4.5
4	Darbydale Elementary School 388 students · Kindergarten–4th	388	Kindergarten–4th	4.3
5	Richard Avenue Elementary School 411 students · Kindergarten–4th	411	Kindergarten–4th	3.7
6	James A Harmon Elementary School 598 students · Pre-K–4th	598	Pre-K–4th	3.5
7	Highland Park Elementary School 467 students · Kindergarten–4th	467	Kindergarten–4th	3.2
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Private 347 students · Pre-K–8th	347	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR LUTHERAN Private 64 students · Pre-K–8th	64	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
3	PRIMROSE SCHOOL ST PINNACLE Private 9 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten	9	Kindergarten–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Jackson Middle School 682 students · 7th–8th	682	7th–8th	6.9
2	Hayes Intermediate School 476 students · 5th–6th	476	5th–6th	6.5
3	Pleasant View Middle School 698 students · 7th–8th	698	7th–8th	5.4
4	Park Street Intermediate School 696 students · 5th–6th	696	5th–6th	5.2
5	Beulah Park Middle School 693 students · 7th–8th	693	7th–8th	4.8
6	Holt Crossing Intermediate School 729 students · 5th–6th	729	5th–6th	3.9

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Grove City High School 1,853 students · 9th–12th	1,853	9th–12th	6.2
2	Central Crossing High School 1,660 students · 9th–12th	1,660	9th–12th	4.3

Other Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	The Bostic Head Start Center 118 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	118	Pre-K–Pre-K	6.3
2	South-Western Preschool Center 286 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	286	Pre-K–Pre-K	5.4
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	GROVE CITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 722 students · Kindergarten–12th	722	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
2	GROVE CITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 724 students · Kindergarten–12th	724	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Grove City

Grove City, Ohio · 22 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$87,883

Median Home Value

$262,400

Median Rent

$1,279/mo

Population

66,366

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Community Profile

Grove City has a median household income of $87,883. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $262,400, with a median rent of $1,279/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Ohio
Total Schools: 22
Elementary: 10
Middle: 6
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.3/10

Resources

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School District

South-Western City

34 schools · 21,873 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Grove City, Ohio

How many schools are in Grove City, Ohio?

Grove City has 22 schools, including 17 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Grove City, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grove City is 5.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Grove City, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Grove City on MySchoolScout is Jackson Middle School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Grove City, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Grove City on MySchoolScout is Jc Sommer Elementary School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Grove City, Ohio?

The top-ranked middle school in Grove City on MySchoolScout is Jackson Middle School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best high school in Grove City, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Grove City on MySchoolScout is Grove City High School with a composite score of 6.2/10.

How many school districts serve Grove City, Ohio?

Grove City is served by 1 school district: South-western City.

What is the education level in Grove City, Ohio?

According to Census data, 31% of adults in Grove City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Grove City, Ohio?

The median household income in Grove City is approximately $87,883 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Grove City, Ohio?

Yes, Grove City has 5 private schools alongside 17 public schools. The top-rated private school is Grove City Christian School with a score of 6.6/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Grove City, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grove City is 19.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grove City, Ohio?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.