Beacon Academy vs Choices Alternative School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 2.0 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
Choices Alternative School
Canton · Public high · Grades 9–12
238 students
| Measure | Beacon Academy Canton, Ohio | Choices Alternative School Canton, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1587 of 1,713 | #719 of 802 |
| National rank | #45699 of 50,301 | #15480 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 200 | 238 |
| Enrollment | 200 | 238 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 24.5% |
| city | Canton | Canton |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.6 vs 18.8).
- •Choices Alternative School does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 17%).
- •Choices Alternative School does better on reading proficiency (24.5% vs 17%).
- •Beacon Academy does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 19.8).
- •Choices Alternative School is the larger school with 238 students compared with 200.
- •Beacon Academy is a charter school while Choices 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 Beacon Academy better than Choices 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 Beacon Academy and Choices Alternative School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Canton and Canton in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beacon Academy: 200. Choices Alternative School: 238. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beacon Academy and Choices Alternative School rank in Ohio?
Beacon Academy is 1587th of 1,713 and Choices Alternative School is 719th of 802 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).