Horizon Science Academy Columbus vs Valley Forge Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 793 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horizon Science Academy Columbus
Columbus · Charter high · Grades 9–12
680 students
Valley Forge Elementary School
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
310 students
| Measure | Horizon Science Academy Columbus Columbus, Ohio | Valley Forge Elementary School Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #589 of 802 | #1353 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #9911 of 16,910 | #32591 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 680 | 310 |
| Enrollment | 680 | 310 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Horizon Science Academy Columbus scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.1 vs 39.1).
- •Valley Forge Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Horizon Science Academy Columbus does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Horizon Science Academy Columbus does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.1).
- •Horizon Science Academy Columbus is the larger school with 680 students compared with 310.
- •Horizon Science Academy Columbus is a charter school while Valley Forge 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 Horizon Science Academy Columbus better than Valley Forge Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Horizon Science Academy Columbus ranks higher (44.1 vs 39.1 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 Horizon Science Academy Columbus and Valley Forge Elementary School?
About 793 m in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horizon Science Academy Columbus: 680. Valley Forge Elementary School: 310. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horizon Science Academy Columbus and Valley Forge Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Horizon Science Academy Columbus is 589th of 802 and Valley Forge Elementary School is 1353rd of 1,713 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).