Bursley School vs Jenison Innovation Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bursley School
Jenison · Public elementary · Grades K–6
404 students
Jenison Innovation Academy
Jenison · Public high · Grades 6–12
159 students
| Measure | Bursley School Jenison, Michigan | Jenison Innovation Academy Jenison, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 66 Top 25% |
| State rank | #364 of 1,581 | #100 of 591 |
| National rank | #14376 of 50,301 | #4243 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 404 | 159 |
| Enrollment | 404 | 159 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.4% | 17% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| city | Jenison | Jenison |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.6 vs 66.2).
- •Bursley School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Jenison Innovation Academy does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Jenison Innovation Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17% vs 35.4%).
- •Bursley School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 17.7).
- •Bursley School is the larger school with 404 students compared with 159.
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 Bursley School better than Jenison Innovation 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 Bursley School and Jenison Innovation Academy?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Jenison and Jenison in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bursley School: 404. Jenison Innovation Academy: 159. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bursley School and Jenison Innovation Academy rank in Michigan?
Bursley School is 364th of 1,581 and Jenison Innovation Academy is 100th of 591 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).