American International Academy Upper Elementary vs Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 260 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American International Academy Upper Elementary
Inkster · Charter elementary · Grades 3–6
225 students
Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy
Benton Harbor · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
227 students
| Measure | American International Academy Upper Elementary Inkster, Michigan | Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy Benton Harbor, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1556 of 1,581 | #1552 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #49980 of 50,301 | #49953 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 225 | 227 |
| Enrollment | 225 | 227 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.6% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 3% | 12% |
| city | Inkster | Benton Harbor |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (7.4 vs 7.6).
- •Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy does better on math proficiency (12% vs 3%).
- •Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •American International Academy Upper Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.6% vs 100%).
- •Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 18.8).
- •Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy is the larger school with 227 students compared with 225.
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 American International Academy Upper Elementary better than Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy?
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 American International Academy Upper Elementary and Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy?
About 260 km in a straight line, between Inkster and Benton Harbor in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American International Academy Upper Elementary: 225. Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy: 227. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American International Academy Upper Elementary and Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy rank in Michigan?
American International Academy Upper Elementary is 1556th of 1,581 and Mildred C Wells Preparatory Academy is 1552nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).