Burton International Academy vs George Crockett Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burton International Academy
Detroit · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
482 students
George Crockett Academy
Detroit · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
341 students
| Measure | Burton International Academy Detroit, Michigan | George Crockett Academy Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1418 of 1,581 | #1490 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #47340 of 50,301 | #49124 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 482 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 482 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 15% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Burton International Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.6 vs 11.2).
- •Burton International Academy does better on math proficiency (21% vs 15%).
- •Burton International Academy does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 18%).
- •Burton International Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.5% vs 100%).
- •George Crockett Academy does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.2).
- •Burton International Academy is the larger school with 482 students compared with 341.
- •Burton International Academy is a public school while George Crockett Academy 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 Burton International Academy better than George Crockett Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Burton International Academy ranks higher (15.6 vs 11.2 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 International Academy and George Crockett Academy?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burton International Academy: 482. George Crockett Academy: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burton International Academy and George Crockett Academy rank in Michigan?
Burton International Academy is 1418th of 1,581 and George Crockett Academy is 1490th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).