Harding High School vs Marion Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harding High School
Marion · Public high · Grades 9–12
916 students
Marion Preparatory Academy
Marion · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
151 students
| Measure | Harding High School Marion, Ohio | Marion Preparatory Academy Marion, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #631 of 802 | #758 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #11964 of 16,910 | #11395 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 916 | 151 |
| Enrollment | 916 | 151 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 26% | – |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marion Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 36.0).
- •Marion Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 13.3).
- •Harding High School is the larger school with 916 students compared with 151.
- •Harding High School is a public school while Marion 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Harding High School better than Marion Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Marion Preparatory Academy ranks higher (69.9 vs 36.0 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 Harding High School and Marion Preparatory Academy?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harding High School: 916. Marion Preparatory Academy: 151. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harding High School and Marion Preparatory Academy rank in Ohio?
Harding High School is 631st of 802 and Marion Preparatory Academy is 758th of 1,713 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).