Marion Preparatory Academy vs William H. Taft Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 3.2 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
William H. Taft Elementary School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
377 students
| Measure | Marion Preparatory Academy Marion, Ohio | William H. Taft Elementary School Marion, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #758 of 1,713 | #1461 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #11395 of 50,301 | #38521 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 151 | 377 |
| Enrollment | 151 | 377 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 42% |
| Math proficiency | – | 32% |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marion Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 30.1).
- •Marion Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 17.1).
- •William H. Taft Elementary School is the larger school with 377 students compared with 151.
- •Marion Preparatory Academy is a charter school while William H. Taft Elementary 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 William H. Taft Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Marion Preparatory Academy ranks higher (69.9 vs 30.1 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 Preparatory Academy and William H. Taft Elementary School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion Preparatory Academy: 151. William H. Taft Elementary School: 377. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion Preparatory Academy and William H. Taft Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Marion Preparatory Academy is 758th of 1,713 and William H. Taft Elementary School is 1461st of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).