James A. Garfield Elementary School vs Pleasant Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 7.5 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
Pleasant Elementary School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades K–4
480 students
| Measure | James A. Garfield Elementary School Marion, Ohio | Pleasant Elementary School Marion, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1366 of 1,713 | #566 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #33294 of 50,301 | #8212 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 343 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 343 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 44.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 73% |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pleasant Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.6 vs 38.0).
- •Pleasant Elementary School does better on math proficiency (73% vs 37%).
- •Pleasant Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 37%).
- •James A. Garfield Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.0).
- •Pleasant Elementary School is the larger school with 480 students compared with 343.
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 Pleasant Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Pleasant Elementary School ranks higher (74.6 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 Pleasant Elementary School?
About 7.5 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James A. Garfield Elementary School: 343. Pleasant Elementary School: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James A. Garfield Elementary School and Pleasant Elementary School rank in Ohio?
James A. Garfield Elementary School is 1366th of 1,713 and Pleasant Elementary School is 566th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).