Top Rated Schools in This City

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Columbus based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.

College Success Award

These are some of the best public high schools in Columbus at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.

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Parent / Guardian
June 27, 2025
Polk County has an excellent school system! Amazing teachers, many life-changing! The high school was an excellent place academically for my two children.
Review for Polk County High School
Parent / Guardian
May 24, 2018
PCEC is awesome. It is like one big family. There is tons of support and the principal is extremely hands on and truly cares about each student. It is not the right fit for everyone. Students have to... More
Review for Polk County Early College
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
July 10, 2017
I'm very impressed with the faculty and student support for each other and the community.
Review for Polk County High School