Central Elementary School vs Orchard Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 267 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Muskegon · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
428 students
Orchard Primary School
Almont · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
428 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Muskegon, Michigan | Orchard Primary School Almont, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #892 of 1,581 | #249 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #30860 of 50,301 | #10530 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 428 | 428 |
| Enrollment | 428 | 428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.4% | 32.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 62% |
| city | Muskegon | Almont |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orchard Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.1 vs 41.6).
- •Orchard Primary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 42%).
- •Orchard Primary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 37%).
- •Orchard Primary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.5% vs 41.4%).
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 Central Elementary School better than Orchard Primary School?
On the Success Index (US), Orchard Primary School ranks higher (71.1 vs 41.6 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 Orchard Primary School?
About 267 km in a straight line, between Muskegon and Almont in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 428. Orchard Primary School: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Orchard Primary School rank in Michigan?
Central Elementary School is 892nd of 1,581 and Orchard Primary School is 249th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).