Eagle Ridge Academy vs Mathews Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Georgia, United States, 6.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eagle Ridge Academy
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
658 students
Mathews Elementary School
Midland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
702 students
| Measure | Eagle Ridge Academy Columbus, Georgia | Mathews Elementary School Midland, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #378 of 1,308 | #145 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #20746 of 50,301 | #7453 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 658 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.7% | 20.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 67% |
| city | Columbus | Midland |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mathews Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.8 vs 56.3).
- •Mathews Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 59%).
- •Mathews Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 54%).
- •Mathews Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.2% vs 75.7%).
- •Eagle Ridge Academy does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.0).
- •Mathews Elementary School is the larger school with 702 students compared with 658.
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 Eagle Ridge Academy better than Mathews Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Mathews Elementary School ranks higher (75.8 vs 56.3 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 Eagle Ridge Academy and Mathews Elementary School?
About 6.2 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Midland in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eagle Ridge Academy: 658. Mathews Elementary School: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eagle Ridge Academy and Mathews Elementary School rank in Georgia?
Eagle Ridge Academy is 378th of 1,308 and Mathews Elementary School is 145th of 1,308 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).