Lorain Preparatory Academy vs New Beginnings
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.
Lorain Preparatory Academy
Lorain · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
416 students
New Beginnings
Lorain · Public high · Grades 10–12
125 students
| Measure | Lorain Preparatory Academy Lorain, Ohio | New Beginnings Lorain, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1379 of 1,713 | #731 of 802 |
| National rank | #34198 of 50,301 | #15786 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 416 | 125 |
| Enrollment | 416 | 125 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 24.5% |
| city | Lorain | Lorain |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lorain Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.7 vs 16.9).
- •Lorain Preparatory Academy does better on math proficiency (42% vs 24.5%).
- •Lorain Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 10%).
- •Lorain Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 25.0).
- •Lorain Preparatory Academy is the larger school with 416 students compared with 125.
- •Lorain Preparatory Academy is a charter school while New Beginnings is a public 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 Lorain Preparatory Academy better than New Beginnings?
On the Success Index (US), Lorain Preparatory Academy ranks higher (36.7 vs 16.9 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 Lorain Preparatory Academy and New Beginnings?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Lorain and Lorain in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lorain Preparatory Academy: 416. New Beginnings: 125. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lorain Preparatory Academy and New Beginnings rank in Ohio?
Lorain Preparatory Academy is 1379th of 1,713 and New Beginnings is 731st of 802 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).