Aberdeen Academy vs City High Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aberdeen Academy
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
241 students
City High Middle School
Grand Rapids · Public high · Grades 7–12
955 students
| Measure | Aberdeen Academy Grand Rapids, Michigan | City High Middle School Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1173 of 1,581 | #42 of 591 |
| National rank | #39561 of 50,301 | #2191 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 241 | 955 |
| Enrollment | 241 | 955 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.9% | 29.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 69% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •City High Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.7 vs 28.4).
- •City High Middle School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 17%).
- •City High Middle School does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 32%).
- •City High Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.7% vs 68.9%).
- •Aberdeen Academy does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 22.2).
- •City High Middle School is the larger school with 955 students compared with 241.
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 Aberdeen Academy better than City High Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), City High Middle School ranks higher (74.7 vs 28.4 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 Aberdeen Academy and City High Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aberdeen Academy: 241. City High Middle School: 955. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aberdeen Academy and City High Middle School rank in Michigan?
Aberdeen Academy is 1173rd of 1,581 and City High Middle School is 42nd of 591 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).