Bunche Preparatory Academy vs Garvey Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bunche Preparatory Academy
Detroit · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
401 students
Garvey Academy
Detroit · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
434 students
| Measure | Bunche Preparatory Academy Detroit, Michigan | Garvey Academy Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1416 of 1,581 | #1401 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #47292 of 50,301 | #46963 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 401 | 434 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.8% | 90.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 12% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.7 vs 16.3).
- •Garvey Academy does better on math proficiency (12% vs 7%).
- •Bunche Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (13% vs 12%).
- •Garvey Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.1% vs 91.8%).
- •Bunche Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.2).
- •Garvey Academy is the larger school with 434 students compared with 401.
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 Bunche Preparatory Academy better than Garvey Academy?
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 Bunche Preparatory Academy and Garvey Academy?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bunche Preparatory Academy: 401. Garvey Academy: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bunche Preparatory Academy and Garvey Academy rank in Michigan?
Bunche Preparatory Academy is 1416th of 1,581 and Garvey Academy is 1401st of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).