Marion-Sterling Elementary School vs University of Cleveland Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 1.1 km 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
University of Cleveland Preparatory School
Cleveland · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
138 students
| Measure | Marion-Sterling Elementary School Cleveland, Ohio | University of Cleveland Preparatory School Cleveland, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1519 of 1,713 | #1524 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #41719 of 50,301 | #41801 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 236 | 138 |
| Enrollment | 236 | 138 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | Cleveland | Cleveland |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.0 vs 24.9).
- •University of Cleveland Preparatory School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Marion-Sterling Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 12.5).
- •Marion-Sterling Elementary School is the larger school with 236 students compared with 138.
- •Marion-Sterling Elementary School is a public school while University of Cleveland Preparatory School 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 University of Cleveland Preparatory School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Marion-Sterling Elementary School and University of Cleveland Preparatory School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Cleveland and Cleveland in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion-Sterling Elementary School: 236. University of Cleveland Preparatory School: 138. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion-Sterling Elementary School and University of Cleveland Preparatory School rank in Ohio?
Marion-Sterling Elementary School is 1519th of 1,713 and University of Cleveland Preparatory School is 1524th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).