Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown vs Southside Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown
Youngstown · Charter high · Grades 9–12
374 students
Southside Academy
Youngstown · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
177 students
| Measure | Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown Youngstown, Ohio | Southside Academy Youngstown, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 1 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #795 of 802 | #1453 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #16887 of 16,910 | #37915 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 374 | 177 |
| Enrollment | 374 | 177 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 46.8 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 42% |
| city | Youngstown | Youngstown |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southside Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.0 vs 1.4).
- •Southside Academy does better on math proficiency (42% vs 5%).
- •Southside Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 5%).
- •Southside Academy does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 46.8).
- •Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown is the larger school with 374 students compared with 177.
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 Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown better than Southside Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Southside Academy ranks higher (31.0 vs 1.4 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 Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown and Southside Academy?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Youngstown and Youngstown in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown: 374. Southside Academy: 177. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown and Southside Academy rank in Ohio?
Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown is 795th of 802 and Southside Academy is 1453rd of 1,713 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).