Bowen Elementary vs Challenger Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowen Elementary
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
357 students
Challenger Elementary
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades K–5
413 students
| Measure | Bowen Elementary Grand Rapids, Michigan | Challenger Elementary Grand Rapids, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1001 of 1,581 | #1004 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #33952 of 50,301 | #34024 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 357 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.2% | 80.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.0 vs 36.9).
- •Challenger Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Bowen Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.2% vs 80.1%).
- •Bowen Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 17.2).
- •Challenger Elementary is the larger school with 413 students compared with 357.
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 Bowen Elementary better than Challenger Elementary?
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 Bowen Elementary and Challenger Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowen Elementary: 357. Challenger Elementary: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowen Elementary and Challenger Elementary rank in Michigan?
Bowen Elementary is 1001st of 1,581 and Challenger Elementary is 1004th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).