Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School vs Northtowne Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 752 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School
Columbus · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
462 students
Northtowne Elementary School
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
321 students
| Measure | Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School Columbus, Ohio | Northtowne Elementary School Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #582 of 646 | #1632 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #9380 of 15,369 | #47545 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 462 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 462 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 22% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.0 vs 15.2).
- •Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School does better on math proficiency (31% vs 22%).
- •Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 32%).
- •Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 20.1).
- •Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School is the larger school with 462 students compared with 321.
- •Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School is a charter school while Northtowne 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 Middle School better than Northtowne Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School ranks higher (42.0 vs 15.2 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 Middle School and Northtowne Elementary School?
About 752 m in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School: 462. Northtowne Elementary School: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School and Northtowne Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School is 582nd of 646 and Northtowne Elementary School is 1632nd of 1,713 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).