Berwick Alternative K-8 School vs South Scioto Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berwick Alternative K-8 School
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
691 students
South Scioto Academy
Columbus · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
224 students
| Measure | Berwick Alternative K-8 School Columbus, Ohio | South Scioto Academy Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1318 of 1,713 | #1364 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #30675 of 50,301 | #33253 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 691 | 224 |
| Enrollment | 691 | 224 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 37% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Berwick Alternative K-8 School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.9 vs 38.1).
- •Berwick Alternative K-8 School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 37%).
- •South Scioto Academy does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 17.7).
- •Berwick Alternative K-8 School is the larger school with 691 students compared with 224.
- •Berwick Alternative K-8 School is a public school while South Scioto 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 Berwick Alternative K-8 School better than South Scioto Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Berwick Alternative K-8 School ranks higher (41.9 vs 38.1 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 Berwick Alternative K-8 School and South Scioto Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berwick Alternative K-8 School: 691. South Scioto Academy: 224. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berwick Alternative K-8 School and South Scioto Academy rank in Ohio?
Berwick Alternative K-8 School is 1318th of 1,713 and South Scioto Academy is 1364th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).