Marion Preparatory Academy vs River Valley Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion Preparatory Academy
Marion · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
151 students
River Valley Middle School
Caledonia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
481 students
| Measure | Marion Preparatory Academy Marion, Ohio | River Valley Middle School Caledonia, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #758 of 1,713 | #300 of 646 |
| National rank | #11395 of 50,301 | #2862 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 151 | 481 |
| Enrollment | 151 | 481 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 66% |
| Math proficiency | – | 73% |
| city | Marion | Caledonia |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Valley Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.4 vs 69.9).
- •Marion Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 18.5).
- •River Valley Middle School is the larger school with 481 students compared with 151.
- •Marion Preparatory Academy is a charter school while River Valley Middle School 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 Marion Preparatory Academy better than River Valley Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), River Valley Middle School ranks higher (72.4 vs 69.9 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 Marion Preparatory Academy and River Valley Middle School?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Marion and Caledonia in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion Preparatory Academy: 151. River Valley Middle School: 481. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion Preparatory Academy and River Valley Middle School rank in Ohio?
Marion Preparatory Academy is 758th of 1,713 and River Valley Middle School is 300th of 646 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).