Great Western Academy vs Zenith Academy West
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 666 m 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
Zenith Academy West
Columbus · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
141 students
| Measure | Great Western Academy Columbus, Ohio | Zenith Academy West Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1502 of 1,713 | #1601 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #40766 of 50,301 | #46199 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 694 | 141 |
| Enrollment | 694 | 141 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 35.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Great Western Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.4 vs 17.8).
- •Great Western Academy does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Great Western Academy does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Great Western Academy does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 35.3).
- •Great Western Academy is the larger school with 694 students compared with 141.
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 Zenith Academy West?
On the Success Index (US), Great Western Academy ranks higher (26.4 vs 17.8 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 Zenith Academy West?
About 666 m in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Great Western Academy: 694. Zenith Academy West: 141. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Great Western Academy and Zenith Academy West rank in Ohio?
Great Western Academy is 1502nd of 1,713 and Zenith Academy West is 1601st of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).