Heir Force Community School vs Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heir Force Community School
Lima · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
204 students
Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8
Lima · Public elementary · Grades K–8
172 students
| Measure | Heir Force Community School Lima, Ohio | Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 Lima, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1240 of 1,713 | #114 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #26093 of 50,301 | #2407 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 204 | 172 |
| Enrollment | 204 | 172 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 34.0 | 8.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 82% |
| city | Lima | Lima |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.1 vs 48.6).
- •Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 does better on math proficiency (82% vs 52%).
- •Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 34.0).
- •Heir Force Community School is the larger school with 204 students compared with 172.
- •Heir Force Community School is a charter school while Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 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 Heir Force Community School better than Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8?
On the Success Index (US), Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 ranks higher (85.1 vs 48.6 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 Heir Force Community School and Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Lima and Lima in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heir Force Community School: 204. Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8: 172. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heir Force Community School and Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 rank in Ohio?
Heir Force Community School is 1240th of 1,713 and Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 is 114th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).