Blandford School vs Westwood Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blandford School
Grand Rapids ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ6
60 students
Westwood Middle School
Grand Rapids ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
176 students
| Measure | Blandford School Grand Rapids, Michigan | Westwood Middle School Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #15 of 485 | #443 of 485 |
| National rank | #1109 of 15,369 | #14141 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6โ6 | Grades 6โ8 |
| Students | 60 | 176 |
| Enrollment | 60 | 176 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.3% | 86.9% |
| Students per teacher | 30.0 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 74.5% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 74.5% | 9% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขBlandford School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.5 vs 17.8).
- โขBlandford School does better on math proficiency (74.5% vs 9%).
- โขBlandford School does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 18%).
- โขBlandford School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.3% vs 86.9%).
- โขWestwood Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 30.0).
- โขWestwood Middle School is the larger school with 176 students compared with 60.
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 Blandford School better than Westwood Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Blandford School ranks higher (82.5 vs 17.8 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 Blandford School and Westwood Middle School?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blandford School: 60. Westwood Middle School: 176. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blandford School and Westwood Middle School rank in Michigan?
Blandford School is 15th of 485 and Westwood Middle School is 443rd of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).