Linden STEM Academy (K-6) vs Medina Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Linden STEM Academy (K-6)
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
400 students
Medina Middle School
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
438 students
| Measure | Linden STEM Academy (K-6) Columbus, Ohio | Medina Middle School Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1697 of 1,713 | #639 of 646 |
| National rank | #49869 of 50,301 | #14405 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 400 | 438 |
| Enrollment | 400 | 438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 18% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Medina Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.2 vs 8.1).
- •Linden STEM Academy (K-6) does better on math proficiency (23% vs 18%).
- •Medina Middle School does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 16%).
- •Medina Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 22.2).
- •Medina Middle School is the larger school with 438 students compared with 400.
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 Linden STEM Academy (K-6) better than Medina Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Medina Middle School ranks higher (16.2 vs 8.1 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 Linden STEM Academy (K-6) and Medina Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Linden STEM Academy (K-6): 400. Medina Middle School: 438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Linden STEM Academy (K-6) and Medina Middle School rank in Ohio?
Linden STEM Academy (K-6) is 1697th of 1,713 and Medina Middle School is 639th of 646 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).