Carleton Middle School vs Emerson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 33 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carleton Middle School
Sterling Heights · Public middle · Grades 6–8
638 students
Emerson Middle School
Livonia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
638 students
| Measure | Carleton Middle School Sterling Heights, Michigan | Emerson Middle School Livonia, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #360 of 485 | #186 of 485 |
| National rank | #11183 of 15,369 | #6499 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 638 | 638 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 638 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.2% | 34.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 40% |
| city | Sterling Heights | Livonia |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.3 vs 33.5).
- •Emerson Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 27%).
- •Emerson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 50%).
- •Emerson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.2% vs 76.2%).
- •Carleton Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 18.2).
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 Carleton Middle School better than Emerson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson Middle School ranks higher (55.3 vs 33.5 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 Carleton Middle School and Emerson Middle School?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Sterling Heights and Livonia in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carleton Middle School: 638. Emerson Middle School: 638. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carleton Middle School and Emerson Middle School rank in Michigan?
Carleton Middle School is 360th of 485 and Emerson Middle School is 186th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).