General Johnnie Wilson Middle School vs Horizon Science Academy Lorain
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 973 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
General Johnnie Wilson Middle School
Lorain · Public middle · Grades 6–8
439 students
Horizon Science Academy Lorain
Lorain · Charter other · Grades K–12
839 students
| Measure | General Johnnie Wilson Middle School Lorain, Ohio | Horizon Science Academy Lorain Lorain, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #622 of 646 | – |
| National rank | #13030 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 439 | 839 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 839 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 57% |
| city | Lorain | Lorain |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Horizon Science Academy Lorain does better on math proficiency (57% vs 23%).
- •Horizon Science Academy Lorain does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 27%).
- •General Johnnie Wilson Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.1).
- •Horizon Science Academy Lorain is the larger school with 839 students compared with 439.
- •General Johnnie Wilson Middle School is a public school while Horizon Science Academy Lorain 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 General Johnnie Wilson Middle School 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 General Johnnie Wilson Middle School and Horizon Science Academy Lorain?
About 973 m in a straight line, between Lorain and Lorain in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
General Johnnie Wilson Middle School: 439. Horizon Science Academy Lorain: 839. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do General Johnnie Wilson Middle School and Horizon Science Academy Lorain rank in Ohio?
General Johnnie Wilson Middle School is 622nd of 646 and Horizon Science Academy Lorain is unranked among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).