Arbor Academy vs Cole Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 69 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arbor Academy
Battle Creek · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
154 students
Cole Academy
Lansing · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
155 students
| Measure | Arbor Academy Battle Creek, Michigan | Cole Academy Lansing, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1345 of 1,581 | #806 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #45573 of 50,301 | #28019 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 154 | 155 |
| Enrollment | 154 | 155 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.1% | 66.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 25.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 52% |
| city | Battle Creek | Lansing |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cole Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.8 vs 18.8).
- •Cole Academy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 17%).
- •Cole Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Cole Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.5% vs 83.1%).
- •Arbor Academy does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 25.8).
- •Cole Academy is the larger school with 155 students compared with 154.
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 Arbor Academy better than Cole Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Cole Academy ranks higher (45.8 vs 18.8 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 Arbor Academy and Cole Academy?
About 69 km in a straight line, between Battle Creek and Lansing in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arbor Academy: 154. Cole Academy: 155. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arbor Academy and Cole Academy rank in Michigan?
Arbor Academy is 1345th of 1,581 and Cole Academy is 806th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).