Marion-Sterling Elementary School vs Stepstone Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 288 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion-Sterling Elementary School
Cleveland · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
236 students
Stepstone Academy
Cleveland · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
186 students
| Measure | Marion-Sterling Elementary School Cleveland, Ohio | Stepstone Academy Cleveland, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1519 of 1,713 | #1290 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #41719 of 50,301 | #28760 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 236 | 186 |
| Enrollment | 236 | 186 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Cleveland | Cleveland |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stepstone Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.8 vs 25.0).
- •Marion-Sterling Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 15.5).
- •Marion-Sterling Elementary School is the larger school with 236 students compared with 186.
- •Marion-Sterling Elementary School is a public school while Stepstone Academy 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-Sterling Elementary School better than Stepstone Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Stepstone Academy ranks higher (44.8 vs 25.0 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-Sterling Elementary School and Stepstone Academy?
About 288 m in a straight line, between Cleveland and Cleveland in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion-Sterling Elementary School: 236. Stepstone Academy: 186. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion-Sterling Elementary School and Stepstone Academy rank in Ohio?
Marion-Sterling Elementary School is 1519th of 1,713 and Stepstone Academy is 1290th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).