Central Elementary School vs Gates Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Davison · Public elementary · Grades 1–4
581 students
Gates Elementary School
Davison · Public elementary · Grades 1–4
506 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Davison, Michigan | Gates Elementary School Davison, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #714 of 1,581 | #712 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #25492 of 50,301 | #25433 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–4 | Grades 1–4 |
| Students | 581 | 506 |
| Enrollment | 581 | 506 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.5% | 62.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 57% |
| city | Davison | Davison |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (49.5 vs 49.6).
- •Gates Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •Gates Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.1% vs 62.5%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 20.2).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 581 students compared with 506.
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 Central Elementary School better than Gates Elementary School?
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 Central Elementary School and Gates Elementary School?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Davison and Davison in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 581. Gates Elementary School: 506. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Gates Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Central Elementary School is 714th of 1,581 and Gates Elementary School is 712th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).