Hinckley Preparatory Academy vs Walter Kidder Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 6.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hinckley Preparatory Academy
Hinckley · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
60 students
Walter Kidder Elementary School
Brunswick · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
480 students
| Measure | Hinckley Preparatory Academy Hinckley, Ohio | Walter Kidder Elementary School Brunswick, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #861 of 1,713 | #188 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #13365 of 50,301 | #3308 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 60 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 60 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.3% | 20.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 77% |
| Math proficiency | – | 77% |
| city | Hinckley | Brunswick |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walter Kidder Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 67.1).
- •Walter Kidder Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.8% vs 38.3%).
- •Hinckley Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 15.5).
- •Walter Kidder Elementary School is the larger school with 480 students compared with 60.
- •Hinckley Preparatory Academy is a charter school while Walter Kidder Elementary 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 Hinckley Preparatory Academy better than Walter Kidder Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Walter Kidder Elementary School ranks higher (83.2 vs 67.1 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 Hinckley Preparatory Academy and Walter Kidder Elementary School?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Hinckley and Brunswick in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hinckley Preparatory Academy: 60. Walter Kidder Elementary School: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hinckley Preparatory Academy and Walter Kidder Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Hinckley Preparatory Academy is 861st of 1,713 and Walter Kidder Elementary School is 188th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).