Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown vs Wilson Alternative School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.8 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
Wilson Alternative School
Youngstown · Public other · Grades 4–12
104 students
| Measure | Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown Youngstown, Ohio | Wilson Alternative School Youngstown, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 1 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #795 of 802 | – |
| National rank | #16887 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 4–12 |
| Students | 374 | 104 |
| Enrollment | 374 | 104 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 46.8 | 8.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 12% |
| city | Youngstown | Youngstown |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Alternative School does better on math proficiency (12% vs 5%).
- •Wilson Alternative School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 5%).
- •Wilson Alternative School does better on students per teacher (8.7 vs 46.8).
- •Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown is the larger school with 374 students compared with 104.
- •Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown is a charter school while Wilson Alternative School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Wilson Alternative School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown and Wilson Alternative School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Youngstown and Youngstown in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown: 374. Wilson Alternative School: 104. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown and Wilson Alternative School rank in Ohio?
Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown is 795th of 802 and Wilson Alternative School is unranked among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).