Brandywine Elementary School vs Merritt Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 733 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brandywine Elementary School
Niles · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
379 students
Merritt Elementary School
Niles · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
304 students
| Measure | Brandywine Elementary School Niles, Michigan | Merritt Elementary School Niles, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1191 of 1,581 | #882 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #40132 of 50,301 | #30502 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 379 | 304 |
| Enrollment | 379 | 304 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.6% | 73% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | – |
| Math proficiency | 31% | – |
| city | Niles | Niles |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merritt Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.2 vs 27.4).
- •Brandywine Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.6% vs 73%).
- •Merritt Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 17.2).
- •Brandywine Elementary School is the larger school with 379 students compared with 304.
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 Brandywine Elementary School better than Merritt Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Merritt Elementary School ranks higher (42.2 vs 27.4 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 Brandywine Elementary School and Merritt Elementary School?
About 733 m in a straight line, between Niles and Niles in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brandywine Elementary School: 379. Merritt Elementary School: 304. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brandywine Elementary School and Merritt Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Brandywine Elementary School is 1191st of 1,581 and Merritt Elementary School is 882nd of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).