Horizon Science Academy Lorain vs Lorain Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horizon Science Academy Lorain
Lorain · Charter other · Grades K–12
839 students
Lorain Preparatory Academy
Lorain · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
416 students
| Measure | Horizon Science Academy Lorain Lorain, Ohio | Lorain Preparatory Academy Lorain, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #1379 of 1,713 |
| National rank | – | #34198 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 839 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 839 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 42% |
| city | Lorain | Lorain |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Horizon Science Academy Lorain does better on math proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Horizon Science Academy Lorain does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 45%).
- •Horizon Science Academy Lorain does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 18.9).
- •Horizon Science Academy Lorain is the larger school with 839 students compared with 416.
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 Lorain better than Lorain Preparatory Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Horizon Science Academy Lorain and Lorain Preparatory Academy?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Lorain and Lorain in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horizon Science Academy Lorain: 839. Lorain Preparatory Academy: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horizon Science Academy Lorain and Lorain Preparatory Academy rank in Ohio?
Horizon Science Academy Lorain is unranked and Lorain Preparatory Academy is 1379th of 1,713 among other schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).