Emerson Academy vs Great Western Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 96 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Academy
Dayton · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
674 students
Great Western Academy
Columbus · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
694 students
| Measure | Emerson Academy Dayton, Ohio | Great Western Academy Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1374 of 1,713 | #1502 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #33831 of 50,301 | #40766 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 674 | 694 |
| Enrollment | 674 | 694 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 32% |
| city | Dayton | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.2 vs 26.4).
- •Emerson Academy does better on math proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •Emerson Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 36%).
- •Great Western Academy does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.7).
- •Great Western Academy is the larger school with 694 students compared with 674.
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 Emerson Academy better than Great Western Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson Academy ranks higher (37.2 vs 26.4 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 Emerson Academy and Great Western Academy?
About 96 km in a straight line, between Dayton and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Academy: 674. Great Western Academy: 694. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Academy and Great Western Academy rank in Ohio?
Emerson Academy is 1374th of 1,713 and Great Western Academy is 1502nd of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).