Marion-Franklin High School vs South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion-Franklin High School
Columbus · Public high · Grades 9–12
430 students
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield
Columbus · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
249 students
| Measure | Marion-Franklin High School Columbus, Ohio | South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #713 of 802 | #1407 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #15411 of 16,910 | #35815 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 430 | 249 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 249 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.2 vs 19.1).
- •Marion-Franklin High School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.6).
- •Marion-Franklin High School is the larger school with 430 students compared with 249.
- •Marion-Franklin High School is a public school while South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield 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 Marion-Franklin High School better than South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield?
On the Success Index (US), South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield ranks higher (34.2 vs 19.1 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 Marion-Franklin High School and South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion-Franklin High School: 430. South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield: 249. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion-Franklin High School and South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield rank in Ohio?
Marion-Franklin High School is 713th of 802 and South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield is 1407th of 1,713 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).