General Johnnie Wilson Middle School vs Lorain Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 2.3 km 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
Lorain Preparatory Academy
Lorain · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
416 students
| Measure | General Johnnie Wilson Middle School Lorain, Ohio | Lorain Preparatory Academy Lorain, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #622 of 646 | #1379 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #13030 of 15,369 | #34198 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 439 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 42% |
| city | Lorain | Lorain |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lorain Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.7 vs 24.0).
- •Lorain Preparatory Academy does better on math proficiency (42% vs 23%).
- •Lorain Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 27%).
- •General Johnnie Wilson Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 18.9).
- •General Johnnie Wilson Middle School is the larger school with 439 students compared with 416.
- •General Johnnie Wilson Middle School is a public school while Lorain Preparatory 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 General Johnnie Wilson Middle School better than Lorain Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Lorain Preparatory Academy ranks higher (36.7 vs 24.0 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 General Johnnie Wilson Middle School and Lorain Preparatory Academy?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Lorain and Lorain in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
General Johnnie Wilson Middle School: 439. Lorain Preparatory Academy: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do General Johnnie Wilson Middle School and Lorain Preparatory Academy rank in Ohio?
General Johnnie Wilson Middle School is 622nd of 646 and Lorain Preparatory Academy is 1379th of 1,713 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).