Alcott School vs Owen Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alcott School
Pontiac · Public elementary · Grades K–5
334 students
Owen Elementary School
Pontiac · Public elementary · Grades K–6
383 students
| Measure | Alcott School Pontiac, Michigan | Owen Elementary School Pontiac, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1448 of 1,581 | #1454 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #48235 of 50,301 | #48304 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 334 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 334 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.4% | 79.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 18% |
| city | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.6 vs 13.5).
- •Owen Elementary School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 11%).
- •Owen Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 15%).
- •Alcott School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.4% vs 79.4%).
- •Owen Elementary School does better on students per teacher (22.5 vs 23.9).
- •Owen Elementary School is the larger school with 383 students compared with 334.
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 Alcott School better than Owen Elementary 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 Alcott School and Owen Elementary School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Pontiac and Pontiac in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alcott School: 334. Owen Elementary School: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alcott School and Owen Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Alcott School is 1448th of 1,581 and Owen Elementary School is 1454th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).