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Westerville

Home to some 35,000 residents spread out over nearly 12 square miles, Westerville seems to have it all - award-winning schools, a strong economy, plenty of recreational and cultural opportunities, shopping and entertainment facilities and a strong sense of community.

Westerville schools have earned a reputation for innovation in both teaching and curriculum. District schools are among the top 10% of districts in the nation that provide "What Parents Want" as cited by SchoolMatch. The Westerville City Schools' number one priority is improving student achievement. The approach is working, as the high school graduation rate is 99%.

Otterbein College, ranked among the top ten liberal arts colleges in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Reports, has always been a major influence on life in Westerville. It has made significant educational and cultural contributions to the community since 1847. With a student body of more than 2,500 representing all races, religions and nationalities, the college offers six undergraduate and two graduate degrees.

Over the years, carefully controlled development has made Westerville a model of self-sufficiency. Businesses of virtually every size have located in the community. The Westar Center of Business is a 1,000-acre development considered one of the premier office developments in the Midwest. Westerville is ideally located near major transportation routes and less than 500 miles away from half of the United States population.

The Westerville Parks and Recreation Department oversees 34 parks and facilities spread out over 435 acres. From picnicking along the banks of Alum Creek to swimming at central Ohio's largest pool complex – The Pool at Highlands Park – to bird watching at Heritage Wetlands, Westerville's vast park system offers recreational opportunities for everyone.

The nearby Hoover Reservoir features 3,272 acres of water and allows boating and sailing. It also offers rentals and a picnic area. There are a number of golf courses in the area including 13 public courses and three private facilities.

The city’s 96,600 square foot Community Center includes swimming pools with water slides and a lazy river, jogging, weight-lifting, basketball, volleyball, and fitness areas, locker rooms, program rooms, public meeting areas, a youth game room, a climbing wall, an indoor playground, and a "Kids Wait Room" child care area. The Senior Center offers a wide range of activities including travel, social programs, sports & fitness, creative arts, health & wellness, continuing education, special interests and support services.

Cultural activities abound in Westerville. The college's art, theater and music programs are favorites of residents. The Westerville Civic Symphony and the Curtain Players are community-based performers whose concerts and productions enrich young and old throughout the year. The Westerville Music and Arts Festival, a tradition since 1973, is the highlight of the cultural summer. There are more than 70 service clubs in the city featuring people interested in everything from music and fine arts to service and homeowners.