AdamsYoung Building vs Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 6.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
AdamsYoung Building
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
520 students
Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence
Southfield · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
520 students
| Measure | AdamsYoung Building Detroit, Michigan | Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence Southfield, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1460 of 1,581 | #1363 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #48446 of 50,301 | #46165 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 520 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 520 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.3% | 82.3% |
| Students per teacher | 65.0 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 29% |
| Math proficiency | – | 15% |
| city | Detroit | Southfield |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.8 vs 13.1).
- •Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.3% vs 87.3%).
- •Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 65.0).
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 AdamsYoung Building better than Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence?
On the Success Index (US), Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence ranks higher (17.8 vs 13.1 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 AdamsYoung Building and Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence?
About 6.8 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Southfield in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
AdamsYoung Building: 520. Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do AdamsYoung Building and Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence rank in Michigan?
AdamsYoung Building is 1460th of 1,581 and Dr Joseph F Pollack Academic Center of Excellence is 1363rd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).