Buckeye Middle School vs South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buckeye Middle School
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
326 students
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield
Columbus · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
249 students
| Measure | Buckeye Middle School Columbus, Ohio | South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #619 of 646 | #1407 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #12768 of 15,369 | #35815 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 326 | 249 |
| Enrollment | 326 | 249 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.2 vs 25.4).
- •Buckeye Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.6).
- •Buckeye Middle School is the larger school with 326 students compared with 249.
- •Buckeye Middle School is a public school while South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield 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 Buckeye Middle School better than South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield?
On the Success Index (US), South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield ranks higher (34.2 vs 25.4 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 Buckeye Middle School and South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buckeye Middle School: 326. South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield: 249. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buckeye Middle School and South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield rank in Ohio?
Buckeye Middle School is 619th of 646 and South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield is 1407th of 1,713 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).