Central Elementary School vs Star Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Hastings · Public elementary · Grades K–5
239 students
Star Elementary School
Hastings · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
287 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Hastings, Michigan | Star Elementary School Hastings, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #702 of 1,581 | #727 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #25222 of 50,301 | #25920 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 239 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 239 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.5% | 48.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| city | Hastings | Hastings |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.9 vs 48.9).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Star Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Star Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.8% vs 66.5%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 16.9).
- •Star Elementary School is the larger school with 287 students compared with 239.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Central Elementary School better than Star Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (49.9 vs 48.9 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 Central Elementary School and Star Elementary School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Hastings and Hastings in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 239. Star Elementary School: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Star Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Central Elementary School is 702nd of 1,581 and Star Elementary School is 727th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).