Burton Elementary vs KC Ling Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 129 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burton Elementary
Grand Rapids · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
365 students
KC Ling Elementary School
Hemlock · Public elementary · Grades 1–4
365 students
| Measure | Burton Elementary Grand Rapids, Michigan | KC Ling Elementary School Hemlock, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1419 of 1,581 | #360 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #47379 of 50,301 | #14270 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 1–4 |
| Students | 365 | 365 |
| Enrollment | 365 | 365 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.9% | 29.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 57% |
| city | Grand Rapids | Hemlock |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KC Ling Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.8 vs 15.5).
- •KC Ling Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 15%).
- •KC Ling Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 20%).
- •KC Ling Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.9% vs 81.9%).
- •Burton Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 17.4).
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 Burton Elementary better than KC Ling Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), KC Ling Elementary School ranks higher (65.8 vs 15.5 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 Burton Elementary and KC Ling Elementary School?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Grand Rapids and Hemlock in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burton Elementary: 365. KC Ling Elementary School: 365. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burton Elementary and KC Ling Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Burton Elementary is 1419th of 1,581 and KC Ling Elementary School is 360th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).