Great Western Academy vs West High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Great Western Academy
Columbus · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
694 students
West High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 9–12
846 students
| Measure | Great Western Academy Columbus, Ohio | West High School Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1502 of 1,713 | #749 of 802 |
| National rank | #40766 of 50,301 | #16216 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 694 | 846 |
| Enrollment | 694 | 846 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 8% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Great Western Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.4 vs 14.0).
- •Great Western Academy does better on math proficiency (32% vs 8%).
- •Great Western Academy does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 25%).
- •Great Western Academy does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 16.6).
- •West High School is the larger school with 846 students compared with 694.
- •Great Western Academy is a charter school while West High School is a public 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 Great Western Academy better than West High School?
On the Success Index (US), Great Western Academy ranks higher (26.4 vs 14.0 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 Great Western Academy and West High School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Great Western Academy: 694. West High School: 846. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Great Western Academy and West High School rank in Ohio?
Great Western Academy is 1502nd of 1,713 and West High School is 749th of 802 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).