East Columbus Magnet Academy vs Forrest Road Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Columbus Magnet Academy
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
395 students
Forrest Road Elementary School
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
278 students
| Measure | East Columbus Magnet Academy Columbus, Georgia | Forrest Road Elementary School Columbus, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #425 of 482 | #1304 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #14334 of 15,369 | #49683 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 395 | 278 |
| Enrollment | 395 | 278 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Columbus Magnet Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.6 vs 9.1).
- •East Columbus Magnet Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.5% vs 100%).
- •East Columbus Magnet Academy does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 16.4).
- •East Columbus Magnet Academy is the larger school with 395 students compared with 278.
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 East Columbus Magnet Academy better than Forrest Road Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), East Columbus Magnet Academy ranks higher (16.6 vs 9.1 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 East Columbus Magnet Academy and Forrest Road Elementary School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Columbus Magnet Academy: 395. Forrest Road Elementary School: 278. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Columbus Magnet Academy and Forrest Road Elementary School rank in Georgia?
East Columbus Magnet Academy is 425th of 482 and Forrest Road Elementary School is 1304th of 1,308 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).