Carson School vs Orion Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carson School
Cincinnati · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
742 students
Orion Academy
Cincinnati · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
460 students
| Measure | Carson School Cincinnati, Ohio | Orion Academy Cincinnati, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1423 of 1,713 | #1585 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #36557 of 50,301 | #45539 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 742 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 742 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 21% |
| city | Cincinnati | Cincinnati |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.0 vs 18.9).
- •Carson School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 21%).
- •Carson School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 29%).
- •Orion Academy does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 20.1).
- •Carson School is the larger school with 742 students compared with 460.
- •Carson School is a public school while Orion 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 Carson School better than Orion Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Carson School ranks higher (33.0 vs 18.9 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 Carson School and Orion Academy?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Cincinnati and Cincinnati in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carson School: 742. Orion Academy: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carson School and Orion Academy rank in Ohio?
Carson School is 1423rd of 1,713 and Orion Academy is 1585th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).