Beacon Academy vs Cedar Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beacon Academy
Canton · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
200 students
Cedar Elementary School
Canton · Public elementary · Grades K–3
364 students
| Measure | Beacon Academy Canton, Ohio | Cedar Elementary School Canton, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1587 of 1,713 | #1512 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #45699 of 50,301 | #41441 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 200 | 364 |
| Enrollment | 200 | 364 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 34% |
| city | Canton | Canton |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cedar Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.4 vs 18.6).
- •Cedar Elementary School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 17%).
- •Cedar Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 17%).
- •Beacon Academy does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 18.2).
- •Cedar Elementary School is the larger school with 364 students compared with 200.
- •Beacon Academy is a charter school while Cedar Elementary 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 Beacon Academy better than Cedar Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Cedar Elementary School ranks higher (25.4 vs 18.6 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 Beacon Academy and Cedar Elementary School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Canton and Canton in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beacon Academy: 200. Cedar Elementary School: 364. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beacon Academy and Cedar Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Beacon Academy is 1587th of 1,713 and Cedar Elementary School is 1512th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).