East Columbus Magnet Academy vs W.S. Hornsby Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 296 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
W.S. Hornsby Middle School
Augusta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
391 students
| Measure | East Columbus Magnet Academy Columbus, Georgia | W.S. Hornsby Middle School Augusta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #425 of 482 | #479 of 482 |
| National rank | #14334 of 15,369 | #15197 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 395 | 391 |
| Enrollment | 395 | 391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 9% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 6% |
| city | Columbus | Augusta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Columbus Magnet Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.6 vs 8.6).
- •East Columbus Magnet Academy does better on math proficiency (12% vs 6%).
- •East Columbus Magnet Academy does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 9%).
- •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 15.0).
- •East Columbus Magnet Academy is the larger school with 395 students compared with 391.
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 W.S. Hornsby Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), East Columbus Magnet Academy ranks higher (16.6 vs 8.6 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 W.S. Hornsby Middle School?
About 296 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Augusta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Columbus Magnet Academy: 395. W.S. Hornsby Middle School: 391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Columbus Magnet Academy and W.S. Hornsby Middle School rank in Georgia?
East Columbus Magnet Academy is 425th of 482 and W.S. Hornsby Middle School is 479th of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).