Edison Elementary School vs Orton Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 265 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison Elementary School
Colorado Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
214 students
Orton Academy
Colorado Springs · Charter middle · Grades 2–8
114 students
| Measure | Edison Elementary School Colorado Springs, Colorado | Orton Academy Colorado Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #552 of 993 | #80 of 262 |
| National rank | #31860 of 50,301 | #6298 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 2–8 |
| Students | 214 | 114 |
| Enrollment | 214 | 114 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 45.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Colorado Springs | Colorado Springs |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.2 vs 40.1).
- •Orton Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.6% vs 77.6%).
- •Edison Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 16.3).
- •Edison Elementary School is the larger school with 214 students compared with 114.
- •Edison Elementary School is a public school while Orton Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Edison Elementary School better than Orton Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Orton Academy ranks higher (56.2 vs 40.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Edison Elementary School and Orton Academy?
About 265 m in a straight line, between Colorado Springs and Colorado Springs in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison Elementary School: 214. Orton Academy: 114. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison Elementary School and Orton Academy rank in Colorado?
Edison Elementary School is 552nd of 993 and Orton Academy is 80th of 262 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).