Benzie Academy vs Benzie Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 268 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benzie Academy
Benzonia · Public high · Grades 6–12
85 students
Benzie Central Middle School
Benzonia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
239 students
| Measure | Benzie Academy Benzonia, Michigan | Benzie Central Middle School Benzonia, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #499 of 591 | #329 of 485 |
| National rank | #14664 of 16,910 | #10338 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 85 | 239 |
| Enrollment | 85 | 239 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.2% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 85.0 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 35% |
| city | Benzonia | Benzonia |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benzie Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.6 vs 23.5).
- •Benzie Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 24.5%).
- •Benzie Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 24.5%).
- •Benzie Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.1% vs 68.2%).
- •Benzie Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 85.0).
- •Benzie Central Middle School is the larger school with 239 students compared with 85.
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 Benzie Academy better than Benzie Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Benzie Central Middle School ranks higher (37.6 vs 23.5 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 Benzie Academy and Benzie Central Middle School?
About 268 m in a straight line, between Benzonia and Benzonia in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benzie Academy: 85. Benzie Central Middle School: 239. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benzie Academy and Benzie Central Middle School rank in Michigan?
Benzie Academy is 499th of 591 and Benzie Central Middle School is 329th of 485 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).