Attwood School vs Cavanaugh School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Attwood School
Lansing · Public elementary · Grades K–8
426 students
Cavanaugh School
Lansing · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
245 students
| Measure | Attwood School Lansing, Michigan | Cavanaugh School Lansing, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1541 of 1,581 | #383 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #49832 of 50,301 | #15229 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 426 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 426 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.5% | 80.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 64.5% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 74.5% |
| city | Lansing | Lansing |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cavanaugh School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.3 vs 8.3).
- •Cavanaugh School does better on math proficiency (74.5% vs 9%).
- •Cavanaugh School does better on reading proficiency (64.5% vs 15%).
- •Cavanaugh School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.8% vs 91.5%).
- •Cavanaugh School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 18.5).
- •Attwood School is the larger school with 426 students compared with 245.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Attwood School better than Cavanaugh School?
On the Success Index (US), Cavanaugh School ranks higher (64.3 vs 8.3 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 Attwood School and Cavanaugh School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Lansing and Lansing in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Attwood School: 426. Cavanaugh School: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Attwood School and Cavanaugh School rank in Michigan?
Attwood School is 1541st of 1,581 and Cavanaugh School is 383rd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).