Buchanan Elementary vs Lee Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 2.2 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
Lee Middle School
Wyoming · Public middle · Grades 6–8
346 students
| Measure | Buchanan Elementary Grand Rapids, Michigan | Lee Middle School Wyoming, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1463 of 1,581 | #462 of 485 |
| National rank | #48552 of 50,301 | #14812 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 379 | 346 |
| Enrollment | 379 | 346 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 93.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 12% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Wyoming |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.8 vs 13.0).
- •Buchanan Elementary does better on math proficiency (16% vs 12%).
- •Lee Middle School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Buchanan Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.4% vs 93.6%).
- •Lee Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 17.2).
- •Buchanan Elementary is the larger school with 379 students compared with 346.
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 Lee Middle School?
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 Buchanan Elementary and Lee Middle School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Wyoming in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buchanan Elementary: 379. Lee Middle School: 346. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buchanan Elementary and Lee Middle School rank in Michigan?
Buchanan Elementary is 1463rd of 1,581 and Lee Middle School is 462nd of 485 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).