Heritage Elementary School vs Marion Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heritage Elementary School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades K–5
483 students
Marion Preparatory Academy
Marion · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
151 students
| Measure | Heritage Elementary School Marion, Ohio | Marion Preparatory Academy Marion, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #549 of 1,713 | #758 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #7956 of 50,301 | #11395 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 483 | 151 |
| Enrollment | 483 | 151 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | – |
| Math proficiency | 75% | – |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Heritage Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.0 vs 69.9).
- •Marion Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 18.6).
- •Heritage Elementary School is the larger school with 483 students compared with 151.
- •Heritage Elementary 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Heritage Elementary School better than Marion Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Heritage Elementary School ranks higher (75.0 vs 69.9 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 Heritage Elementary School and Marion Preparatory Academy?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heritage Elementary School: 483. Marion Preparatory Academy: 151. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heritage Elementary School and Marion Preparatory Academy rank in Ohio?
Heritage Elementary School is 549th of 1,713 and Marion Preparatory Academy is 758th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).