Bunche Preparatory Academy vs University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 708 m 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
University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
476 students
| Measure | Bunche Preparatory Academy Detroit, Michigan | University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1416 of 1,581 | #1176 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #47292 of 50,301 | #39673 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 401 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.8% | 70.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 32% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.3 vs 15.7).
- •University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 7%).
- •University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 13%).
- •University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.8% vs 91.8%).
- •Bunche Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 21.6).
- •University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary is the larger school with 476 students compared with 401.
- •Bunche Preparatory Academy is a public school while University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary ranks higher (28.3 vs 15.7 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 Bunche Preparatory Academy and University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary?
About 708 m in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bunche Preparatory Academy: 401. University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bunche Preparatory Academy and University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary rank in Michigan?
Bunche Preparatory Academy is 1416th of 1,581 and University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary is 1176th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).