Beacon Academy vs Harter Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 2.7 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
Harter Elementary School
Canton · Public elementary · Grades K–3
414 students
| Measure | Beacon Academy Canton, Ohio | Harter Elementary School Canton, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1587 of 1,713 | #1510 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #45699 of 50,301 | #41269 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 200 | 414 |
| Enrollment | 200 | 414 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Canton | Canton |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harter Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.7 vs 18.6).
- •Beacon Academy does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 17.3).
- •Harter Elementary School is the larger school with 414 students compared with 200.
- •Beacon Academy is a charter school while Harter 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 Harter Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Harter Elementary School ranks higher (25.7 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 Harter Elementary School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Canton and Canton in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beacon Academy: 200. Harter Elementary School: 414. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beacon Academy and Harter Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Beacon Academy is 1587th of 1,713 and Harter Elementary School is 1510th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).