National Principals Month: Mission First Leadership, Clinton Principal McKown Brings A Fresh Perspective

This #NationalPrincipalsMonth, we salute leaders grown here in CCS—like Clinton Elementary’s Jesse McKown. From U.S. Army Captain to principal, his leadership is rooted in service, presence, and purpose.

Saying Goodbye to Greatness: Berwick’s Retiring Educators Leave Lasting Impressions

Jennifer Bradley, Tracey Johnson, and Wanda Mays look back on a century of combined service at Columbus City Schools.

National Principals Month: Father and Son Administrators Show Leaders are Grown at CCS

As part of National Principals Month, see how Dion and Deondre Drakeford’s journey from students to administrators reflects the heart of CCS mission to grow leaders.

40 Columbus City Schools Earn 3-Stars or Better on Latest State Report Card Thousands of Students Enrolled in 3, 3.5, 4 and 4.5-Star Ranked Buildings

This year’s results from the latest Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) Report Card give Columbus Alternative High School 4.5-Stars, with five schools getting 4-Stars, 10 schools getting 3.5-Stars and 25 schools getting 3-Stars, attended by a total enrollment of 17,985 students.

State Report Card Shows Progress While Maintaining 2 Star Rank

While maintaining a 2-Star rank overall for performance over 113 school sites and 46,000 students, CCS is pleased to see a 3-Star score in the newest section of the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Report. 

CCS to Host Special Education Transition Resource Fair

Stop by Arts Impact Middle School on Saturday, October 4, 2025 for free resources, expert speakers and services to support your family.

Devonshire Elementary Debuts New Look for 2025-2026 School Year

Students at Devonshire Elementary returned to a school transformed, stepping into bright, modern spaces that feel brand-new and full of magic for the 2025-2026 school year.

Columbus City Schools Math Scores and Graduation Exceed Board Goals, and Overall Performance Index Improves 15 Points Since Pandemic

Columbus City Schools students are achieving more than ever according to the latest data. This past year, the District saw rising math scores, graduation rates above the Board’s annual goal, as well as a 15-point increase in the Performance Index.

CCS Board of Education Honors Eta Nu Nu with OSBA Friend of Public Education Award

See how a local fraternity is transforming Columbus City Schools through books, mentorship, and heart.