Independence Elementary School vs West Central Learning Academy II
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Elementary School
Lima · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
272 students
West Central Learning Academy II
Lima · Charter high · Grades 9–12
67 students
| Measure | Independence Elementary School Lima, Ohio | West Central Learning Academy II Lima, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1102 of 1,713 | #651 of 802 |
| National rank | #20677 of 50,301 | #13132 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 272 | 67 |
| Enrollment | 272 | 67 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 49.5% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 10% |
| city | Lima | Lima |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.4 vs 31.0).
- •Independence Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 10%).
- •Independence Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 49.5%).
- •West Central Learning Academy II does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 18.1).
- •Independence Elementary School is the larger school with 272 students compared with 67.
- •Independence Elementary School is a public school while West Central Learning Academy II is a charter 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 Independence Elementary School better than West Central Learning Academy II?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Elementary School ranks higher (56.4 vs 31.0 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 Independence Elementary School and West Central Learning Academy II?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Lima and Lima in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Elementary School: 272. West Central Learning Academy II: 67. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Elementary School and West Central Learning Academy II rank in Ohio?
Independence Elementary School is 1102nd of 1,713 and West Central Learning Academy II is 651st of 802 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).