Blackwell Institute vs Merrill Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 157 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackwell Institute
Detroit · Public middle · Grades 3–8
92 students
Merrill Middle School
Merrill · Public middle · Grades 6–8
97 students
| Measure | Blackwell Institute Detroit, Michigan | Merrill Middle School Merrill, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #464 of 485 | #313 of 485 |
| National rank | #14868 of 15,369 | #9998 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 92 | 97 |
| Enrollment | 92 | 97 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.7% | 52.6% |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 27% |
| city | Detroit | Merrill |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merrill Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.2 vs 12.3).
- •Merrill Middle School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 2.5%).
- •Merrill Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 7.5%).
- •Merrill Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.6% vs 96.7%).
- •Blackwell Institute does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 13.9).
- •Merrill Middle School is the larger school with 97 students compared with 92.
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 Blackwell Institute better than Merrill Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Merrill Middle School ranks higher (39.2 vs 12.3 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 Blackwell Institute and Merrill Middle School?
About 157 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Merrill in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blackwell Institute: 92. Merrill Middle School: 97. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blackwell Institute and Merrill Middle School rank in Michigan?
Blackwell Institute is 464th of 485 and Merrill Middle School is 313th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).