Excellent
#49 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 7% of private schools
Columbus Torah Academy
School
181 NOE BIXBY RD, Columbus, OH 43213
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#49 of 713
In Columbus
#7 of 38
public schools
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About Columbus Torah Academy
Columbus Torah Academy is a private school in Columbus, OH. Columbus Torah Academy serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus Torah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 713 private schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Columbus Torah Academy show 80% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- OH avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 4.7:1 students to teachers, Columbus Torah Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Columbus Torah Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Columbus Torah Academy compares to 225 public schools serving similar grades in Columbus, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
Showing 20 of 225 schools. View all schools in Columbus
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in OH.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in OH
Test Scores OH OST (2018-19)
Based on 6 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
181 NOE BIXBY RD, Columbus, OH 43213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbus Torah Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Gahanna), with a very similar rating. Another option is Gahanna South Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Gahanna), a more accessible option. Additionally, Oakmont Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kae Avenue Elementary School Whitehall | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Rosemore Middle School Whitehall | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Olde Orchard Alt Elementary School Columbus | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Etna Road Elementary School Whitehall | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Patriot Preparatory Academy Columbus | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Columbus | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Sherwood Middle School Columbus | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF REYNOLDSBURG Columbus | 1.7 mi | — |
| Woodcrest Elementary School Columbus | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Yorktown Middle School Columbus | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Shady Lane Elementary School Columbus | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Columbus Online Academy Columbus | 2.2 mi | — |
| Walnut Ridge High School Columbus | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Whitehall Yearling High School Whitehall | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Gahanna South Middle School Gahanna | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gahanna | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Oakmont Elementary School Columbus | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Gahanna | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Beechwood Elementary School Whitehall | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Rose Hill Elementary School Reynoldsburg | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,908
Median Home Value
$197,700
Median Rent
$1,107/mo
Population
35,912
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
40.4%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
38.2
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| ALDERSGATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cincinnati, OH | 8.2 |
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| OHIO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gallipolis, OH | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbus Torah Academy
What grades does Columbus Torah Academy serve?
Columbus Torah Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Columbus Torah Academy?
Columbus Torah Academy has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus Torah Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbus Torah Academy is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Columbus Torah Academy rank in OH?
Columbus Torah Academy ranks #49 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Columbus Torah Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbus Torah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Columbus Torah Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus Torah Academy has 80% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
Is Columbus Torah Academy a private school?
Yes, Columbus Torah Academy is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Columbus Torah Academy a religious school?
Columbus Torah Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 200
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (614) 864-0299
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