Ann L Dolsen Elementary School vs William A Pearson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ann L Dolsen Elementary School
New Hudson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
427 students
William A Pearson Elementary
South Lyon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
576 students
| Measure | Ann L Dolsen Elementary School New Hudson, Michigan | William A Pearson Elementary South Lyon, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #414 of 1,581 | #328 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #16626 of 50,301 | #12980 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 427 | 576 |
| Enrollment | 427 | 576 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.2% | 16% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 55% |
| city | New Hudson | South Lyon |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William A Pearson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.7 vs 62.2).
- •William A Pearson Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 47%).
- •William A Pearson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 56%).
- •Ann L Dolsen Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.2% vs 16%).
- •Ann L Dolsen Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 18.0).
- •William A Pearson Elementary is the larger school with 576 students compared with 427.
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 Ann L Dolsen Elementary School better than William A Pearson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), William A Pearson Elementary ranks higher (67.7 vs 62.2 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 Ann L Dolsen Elementary School and William A Pearson Elementary?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between New Hudson and South Lyon in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ann L Dolsen Elementary School: 427. William A Pearson Elementary: 576. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ann L Dolsen Elementary School and William A Pearson Elementary rank in Michigan?
Ann L Dolsen Elementary School is 414th of 1,581 and William A Pearson Elementary is 328th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).