Beech Elementary vs David Ellis Academy West
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 140 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beech Elementary
Redford · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
457 students
David Ellis Academy West
Redford · Charter other · Grades PK–12
725 students
| Measure | Beech Elementary Redford, Michigan | David Ellis Academy West Redford, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1346 of 1,581 | – |
| National rank | #45700 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–12 |
| Students | 457 | 725 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 725 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84% | 90.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 22% |
| city | Redford | Redford |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •David Ellis Academy West does better on math proficiency (22% vs 15%).
- •David Ellis Academy West does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 20%).
- •Beech Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84% vs 90.6%).
- •Beech Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.9).
- •David Ellis Academy West is the larger school with 725 students compared with 457.
- •Beech Elementary is a public school while David Ellis Academy West is a charter 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 Beech Elementary better than David Ellis Academy West?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Beech Elementary and David Ellis Academy West?
About 140 m in a straight line, between Redford and Redford in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beech Elementary: 457. David Ellis Academy West: 725. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beech Elementary and David Ellis Academy West rank in Michigan?
Beech Elementary is 1346th of 1,581 and David Ellis Academy West is unranked among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).