Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 vs West Central Learning Academy II
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8
Lima · Public elementary · Grades K–8
172 students
West Central Learning Academy II
Lima · Charter high · Grades 9–12
67 students
| Measure | Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 Lima, Ohio | West Central Learning Academy II Lima, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #114 of 1,713 | #651 of 802 |
| National rank | #2407 of 50,301 | #13132 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 172 | 67 |
| Enrollment | 172 | 67 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 49.5% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 10% |
| city | Lima | Lima |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.1 vs 31.0).
- •Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 does better on math proficiency (82% vs 10%).
- •Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 49.5%).
- •Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 11.2).
- •Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 is the larger school with 172 students compared with 67.
- •Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 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 Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 better than West Central Learning Academy II?
On the Success Index (US), Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 ranks higher (85.1 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 Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 and West Central Learning Academy II?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Lima and Lima in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8: 172. West Central Learning Academy II: 67. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 and West Central Learning Academy II rank in Ohio?
Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 is 114th of 1,713 and West Central Learning Academy II is 651st of 802 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).