James A. Garfield Elementary School vs Marion Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James A. Garfield Elementary School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
343 students
Marion Preparatory Academy
Marion · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
151 students
| Measure | James A. Garfield Elementary School Marion, Ohio | Marion Preparatory Academy Marion, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1366 of 1,713 | #758 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #33294 of 50,301 | #11395 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 343 | 151 |
| Enrollment | 343 | 151 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marion Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 38.0).
- •Marion Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 13.2).
- •James A. Garfield Elementary School is the larger school with 343 students compared with 151.
- •James A. Garfield Elementary School is a public school while Marion Preparatory Academy 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 James A. Garfield Elementary School better than Marion Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Marion Preparatory Academy ranks higher (69.9 vs 38.0 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 James A. Garfield Elementary School and Marion Preparatory Academy?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James A. Garfield Elementary School: 343. Marion Preparatory Academy: 151. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James A. Garfield Elementary School and Marion Preparatory Academy rank in Ohio?
James A. Garfield Elementary School is 1366th of 1,713 and Marion Preparatory Academy is 758th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).