East Lake Elementary vs Union Grove Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 368 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Lake Elementary
McDonough · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
671 students
Union Grove Middle
McDonough · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,033 students
| Measure | East Lake Elementary McDonough, Georgia | Union Grove Middle McDonough, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #246 of 1,308 | #117 of 482 |
| National rank | #13953 of 50,301 | #6120 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 671 | 1,033 |
| Enrollment | 671 | 1,033 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.3% | 41% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 47% |
| city | McDonough | McDonough |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Lake Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.2 vs 57.1).
- •East Lake Elementary does better on math proficiency (61% vs 47%).
- •East Lake Elementary does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 56%).
- •Union Grove Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41% vs 46.3%).
- •East Lake Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 18.4).
- •Union Grove Middle is the larger school with 1,033 students compared with 671.
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 East Lake Elementary better than Union Grove Middle?
On the Success Index (US), East Lake Elementary ranks higher (66.2 vs 57.1 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 East Lake Elementary and Union Grove Middle?
About 368 m in a straight line, between McDonough and McDonough in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Lake Elementary: 671. Union Grove Middle: 1,033. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Lake Elementary and Union Grove Middle rank in Georgia?
East Lake Elementary is 246th of 1,308 and Union Grove Middle is 117th of 482 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).