South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield vs Watkins Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 938 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield
Columbus · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
249 students
Watkins Elementary School
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
278 students
| Measure | South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield Columbus, Ohio | Watkins Elementary School Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1407 of 1,713 | #1634 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #35815 of 50,301 | #47668 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 249 | 278 |
| Enrollment | 249 | 278 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 17% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.2 vs 15.0).
- •South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 18.5).
- •Watkins Elementary School is the larger school with 278 students compared with 249.
- •South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield is a charter school while Watkins 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 South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield better than Watkins Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield ranks higher (34.2 vs 15.0 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 South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield and Watkins Elementary School?
About 938 m in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield: 249. Watkins Elementary School: 278. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield and Watkins Elementary School rank in Ohio?
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at Southfield is 1407th of 1,713 and Watkins Elementary School is 1634th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).