Algonquin Elementary School vs Beach Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 253 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Algonquin Elementary School
Clay · Public elementary · Grades 2–6
445 students
Beach Elementary School
Cedar Springs · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
445 students
| Measure | Algonquin Elementary School Clay, Michigan | Beach Elementary School Cedar Springs, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #767 of 1,581 | #514 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #27002 of 50,301 | #19491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–6 | Grades 2–3 |
| Students | 445 | 445 |
| Enrollment | 445 | 445 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.6% | 42.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 53% |
| city | Clay | Cedar Springs |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Beach Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.1 vs 47.2).
- •Beach Elementary School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 44%).
- •Beach Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Beach Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.9% vs 56.6%).
- •Algonquin Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 17.8).
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 Algonquin Elementary School better than Beach Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Beach Elementary School ranks higher (58.1 vs 47.2 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 Algonquin Elementary School and Beach Elementary School?
About 253 km in a straight line, between Clay and Cedar Springs in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Algonquin Elementary School: 445. Beach Elementary School: 445. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Algonquin Elementary School and Beach Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Algonquin Elementary School is 767th of 1,581 and Beach Elementary School is 514th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).