Horizon Science Academy Youngstown vs Wilson Alternative School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown
Youngstown · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
439 students
Wilson Alternative School
Youngstown · Public other · Grades 4–12
104 students
| Measure | Horizon Science Academy Youngstown Youngstown, Ohio | Wilson Alternative School Youngstown, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1308 of 1,713 | – |
| National rank | #30032 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 4–12 |
| Students | 439 | 104 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 104 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 8.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 12% |
| city | Youngstown | Youngstown |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Horizon Science Academy Youngstown does better on math proficiency (44% vs 12%).
- •Horizon Science Academy Youngstown does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Wilson Alternative School does better on students per teacher (8.7 vs 16.3).
- •Horizon Science Academy Youngstown is the larger school with 439 students compared with 104.
- •Horizon Science Academy Youngstown is a charter school while Wilson Alternative 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 Youngstown better than Wilson Alternative School?
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 Youngstown and Wilson Alternative School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Youngstown and Youngstown in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown: 439. Wilson Alternative School: 104. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horizon Science Academy Youngstown and Wilson Alternative School rank in Ohio?
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown is 1308th of 1,713 and Wilson Alternative School is unranked among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).