East Columbus Magnet Academy vs Mary A Buckner Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 3.1 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
Mary A Buckner Academy
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
789 students
| Measure | East Columbus Magnet Academy Columbus, Georgia | Mary A Buckner Academy Columbus, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #425 of 482 | #1306 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #14334 of 15,369 | #49983 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 395 | 789 |
| Enrollment | 395 | 789 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | – |
| Math proficiency | 12% | – |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Columbus Magnet Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.6 vs 7.4).
- •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 19.7).
- •Mary A Buckner Academy is the larger school with 789 students compared with 395.
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 Mary A Buckner Academy?
On the Success Index (US), East Columbus Magnet Academy ranks higher (16.6 vs 7.4 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 Mary A Buckner Academy?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Columbus Magnet Academy: 395. Mary A Buckner Academy: 789. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Columbus Magnet Academy and Mary A Buckner Academy rank in Georgia?
East Columbus Magnet Academy is 425th of 482 and Mary A Buckner Academy is 1306th of 1,308 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).