Columbus Performance Academy vs South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6)
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus Performance Academy
Columbus · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
144 students
South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6)
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
233 students
| Measure | Columbus Performance Academy Columbus, Ohio | South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1390 of 1,713 | #1324 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #34808 of 50,301 | #30901 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 144 | 233 |
| Enrollment | 144 | 233 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.0 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.6 vs 35.7).
- •South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Columbus Performance Academy does better on students per teacher (8.0 vs 16.6).
- •South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) is the larger school with 233 students compared with 144.
- •Columbus Performance Academy is a charter school while South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) 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 Columbus Performance Academy better than South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6)?
On the Success Index (US), South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) ranks higher (41.6 vs 35.7 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 Columbus Performance Academy and South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6)?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus Performance Academy: 144. South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6): 233. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus Performance Academy and South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) rank in Ohio?
Columbus Performance Academy is 1390th of 1,713 and South Mifflin STEM Academy (K-6) is 1324th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).