Appleview Elementary School vs Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 221 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Appleview Elementary School
Sparta · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
517 students
Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus
Oak Park · Public elementary · Grades K–3
517 students
| Measure | Appleview Elementary School Sparta, Michigan | Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus Oak Park, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #405 of 1,581 | #684 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #16425 of 50,301 | #24599 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 517 | 517 |
| Enrollment | 517 | 517 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.5% | 48.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | – |
| Math proficiency | 51% | – |
| city | Sparta | Oak Park |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Appleview Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.5 vs 50.8).
- •Appleview Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.5% vs 48.2%).
- •Appleview Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 16.7).
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 Appleview Elementary School better than Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus?
On the Success Index (US), Appleview Elementary School ranks higher (62.5 vs 50.8 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 Appleview Elementary School and Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus?
About 221 km in a straight line, between Sparta and Oak Park in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Appleview Elementary School: 517. Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus: 517. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Appleview Elementary School and Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus rank in Michigan?
Appleview Elementary School is 405th of 1,581 and Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus is 684th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).