Buchanan Elementary vs Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 229 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buchanan Elementary
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
379 students
Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School
Detroit · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
379 students
| Measure | Buchanan Elementary Grand Rapids, Michigan | Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1463 of 1,581 | #1435 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #48552 of 50,301 | #47865 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 379 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 379 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 90% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 12% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.5 vs 12.8).
- •Buchanan Elementary does better on math proficiency (16% vs 12%).
- •Buchanan Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.4% vs 90%).
- •Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 17.2).
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 Buchanan Elementary better than Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School ranks higher (14.5 vs 12.8 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 Buchanan Elementary and Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School?
About 229 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buchanan Elementary: 379. Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buchanan Elementary and Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School rank in Michigan?
Buchanan Elementary is 1463rd of 1,581 and Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School is 1435th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).