Arts Academy in the Woods vs Richards Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arts Academy in the Woods
Fraser · Charter high · Grades 6–12
327 students
Richards Middle School
Fraser · Public middle · Grades 7–8
661 students
| Measure | Arts Academy in the Woods Fraser, Michigan | Richards Middle School Fraser, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #359 of 591 | #154 of 485 |
| National rank | #10649 of 16,910 | #5467 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 327 | 661 |
| Enrollment | 327 | 661 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.1% | 37.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 46% |
| city | Fraser | Fraser |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Richards Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.1 vs 41.2).
- •Richards Middle School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 7.5%).
- •Richards Middle School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 52%).
- •Richards Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.7% vs 43.1%).
- •Arts Academy in the Woods does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 18.4).
- •Richards Middle School is the larger school with 661 students compared with 327.
- •Arts Academy in the Woods is a charter school while Richards Middle School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Arts Academy in the Woods better than Richards Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Richards Middle School ranks higher (60.1 vs 41.2 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 Arts Academy in the Woods and Richards Middle School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Fraser and Fraser in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arts Academy in the Woods: 327. Richards Middle School: 661. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arts Academy in the Woods and Richards Middle School rank in Michigan?
Arts Academy in the Woods is 359th of 591 and Richards Middle School is 154th of 485 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).