Marion Preparatory Academy vs Ulysses S. Grant Middle School
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 Preparatory Academy
Marion · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
151 students
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School
Marion · Public middle · Grades 6–8
917 students
| Measure | Marion Preparatory Academy Marion, Ohio | Ulysses S. Grant Middle School Marion, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #758 of 1,713 | #580 of 646 |
| National rank | #11395 of 50,301 | #9238 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 151 | 917 |
| Enrollment | 151 | 917 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 33% |
| Math proficiency | – | 45% |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marion Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 42.7).
- •Marion Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 13.7).
- •Ulysses S. Grant Middle School is the larger school with 917 students compared with 151.
- •Marion Preparatory Academy is a charter school while Ulysses S. Grant 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Marion Preparatory Academy better than Ulysses S. Grant Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Marion Preparatory Academy ranks higher (69.9 vs 42.7 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 Ulysses S. Grant Middle School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion Preparatory Academy: 151. Ulysses S. Grant Middle School: 917. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion Preparatory Academy and Ulysses S. Grant Middle School rank in Ohio?
Marion Preparatory Academy is 758th of 1,713 and Ulysses S. Grant Middle School is 580th of 646 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).