Akron Alternative Academy vs Main Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Akron Alternative Academy
Akron · Public high · Grades 9–12
154 students
Main Preparatory Academy
Akron · Charter elementary · Grades K–7
103 students
| Measure | Akron Alternative Academy Akron, Ohio | Main Preparatory Academy Akron, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #752 of 802 | #1629 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #16256 of 16,910 | #47353 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–7 |
| Students | 154 | 103 |
| Enrollment | 154 | 103 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 15% |
| city | Akron | Akron |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Main Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.6 vs 13.7).
- •Main Preparatory Academy does better on math proficiency (15% vs 10%).
- •Akron Alternative Academy does better on reading proficiency (24.5% vs 15%).
- •Main Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 19.3).
- •Akron Alternative Academy is the larger school with 154 students compared with 103.
- •Akron Alternative Academy is a public school while Main Preparatory Academy is a charter 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 Akron Alternative Academy better than Main Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Main Preparatory Academy ranks higher (15.6 vs 13.7 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 Akron Alternative Academy and Main Preparatory Academy?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Akron and Akron in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Akron Alternative Academy: 154. Main Preparatory Academy: 103. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Akron Alternative Academy and Main Preparatory Academy rank in Ohio?
Akron Alternative Academy is 752nd of 802 and Main Preparatory Academy is 1629th of 1,713 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).