Ethel M. Taylor Academy vs Orion Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ethel M. Taylor Academy
Cincinnati · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
274 students
Orion Academy
Cincinnati · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
460 students
| Measure | Ethel M. Taylor Academy Cincinnati, Ohio | Orion Academy Cincinnati, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1422 of 1,713 | #1585 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #36497 of 50,301 | #45539 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 274 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 274 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 21% |
| city | Cincinnati | Cincinnati |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ethel M. Taylor Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.1 vs 18.9).
- •Ethel M. Taylor Academy does better on math proficiency (27% vs 21%).
- •Ethel M. Taylor Academy does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 29%).
- •Ethel M. Taylor Academy does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.3).
- •Orion Academy is the larger school with 460 students compared with 274.
- •Ethel M. Taylor Academy 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 Ethel M. Taylor Academy better than Orion Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Ethel M. Taylor Academy ranks higher (33.1 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 Ethel M. Taylor Academy and Orion Academy?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Cincinnati and Cincinnati in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ethel M. Taylor Academy: 274. Orion Academy: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ethel M. Taylor Academy and Orion Academy rank in Ohio?
Ethel M. Taylor Academy is 1422nd of 1,713 and Orion Academy is 1585th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).