Columbus Preparatory Academy vs Horizon Science Academy Lorain
A head-to-head comparison of two other schools in Ohio, United States, 179 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus Preparatory Academy
Columbus · Charter other · Grades K–12
797 students
Horizon Science Academy Lorain
Lorain · Charter other · Grades K–12
839 students
| Measure | Columbus Preparatory Academy Columbus, Ohio | Horizon Science Academy Lorain Lorain, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | – Not rated |
| State rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Other | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 797 | 839 |
| Enrollment | 797 | 839 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 98% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 97% | 57% |
| city | Columbus | Lorain |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbus Preparatory Academy does better on math proficiency (97% vs 57%).
- •Columbus Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (98% vs 58%).
- •Horizon Science Academy Lorain does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 20.4).
- •Horizon Science Academy Lorain is the larger school with 839 students compared with 797.
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 Preparatory Academy better than Horizon Science Academy Lorain?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Columbus Preparatory Academy and Horizon Science Academy Lorain?
About 179 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Lorain in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus Preparatory Academy: 797. Horizon Science Academy Lorain: 839. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus Preparatory Academy and Horizon Science Academy Lorain rank in Ohio?
Columbus Preparatory Academy is unranked and Horizon Science Academy Lorain is unranked among other schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).